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Medofadin belongs to the group of gastrointestinal drugs, is indicated for the treatment of diseases in the gastrointestinal tract such as stomach ulcers, peptic ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding... So how is Medofadin used? any? The following article will provide necessary information about the effects and precautions when using this drug.
1. What is Medofadin?
Medofadin medicine contains the main ingredient Famotidine 40mg and other excipients just enough provided by the manufacturer. The drug is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets, packing box of 10 blisters, each blister has 10 tablets. The active ingredient Famotidine has the effect of blocking the activity of histamine to reduce the secretion of acid in the stomach wall, through which the drug works to treat the symptoms of stomach ulcers.
2. Indications for taking Medofadin
Medofadin is indicated for the treatment of the following cases:
For patients with peptic ulcer disease. Support treatment for patients in case of upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Treatment of esophagitis caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Medofadin is contraindicated in the following subjects:
Allergy to active ingredient Famotidine or other excipients in the composition of the drug. Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers.
3. Dosage and how to use Medofadin
Medofadin is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets, for oral use. The drug can be taken at any time of the day, even on an empty stomach or on an empty stomach.
Below is the recommended dose of Medofadin:
Benign acute gastric ulcer: Take 1 tablet/day at bedtime. Acute duodenal ulcer: Take 1 tablet/day at bedtime, continuously for 4 to 8 weeks. Erosive esophagitis accompanied by gastroesophageal reflux: Use with a dose of 1 tablet / time, 2 times a day, using the drug continuously for 12 weeks. Diseases of increased gastric secretion (such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, multiple endocrine neoplasia): The starting dose in adults is 20mg/time, every 6 hours. A higher starting dose may be used in some patients, the dose must be adjusted according to the disease condition and the duration of treatment according to the clinical indication. The dose may be increased to 160 mg/time, administered every 6 hours for some people with severe Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, with concomitant antacids if necessary. People with severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance less than 10ml/min) should prolong the drug duration up to 36-48 hours, the dose adjusted according to the doctor's prescription.
4. Medofadin side effects
Doctors always consider between the benefits that Medofadin brings to the patient and the possible risk of side effects to prescribe the appropriate drug. Patients need to follow the doctor's instructions to avoid unwanted effects. Medofadin is generally well tolerated, and side effects are usually mild and transient. However, in the event that the patient develops any unusual symptoms that are suspected to be related to the drug, notify the doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Some possible side effects when taking Medofadin are as follows:
Common: Headache, dizziness, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal distension, vomiting, nausea. Uncommon: Fever, fatigue, asthenia, arrhythmia, cholestatic jaundice, abnormal liver enzymes, urticaria, conjunctival congestion, musculoskeletal pain, generalized convulsions, hallucinations, confusion, irritation anxiety, depression, sexual dysfunction, paresthesia, insomnia, somnolence, bronchospasm, loss of taste, tinnitus. Rare: Atrioventricular block, palpitations, granulocytopenia, pancytopenia, leukopenia, toxic skin necrosis, alopecia, acne, dry skin, impotence, gynecomastia in men .
5. Medofadin drug interactions
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you are using such as prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, functional foods, herbs... to avoid interactions that occur when taking a combination of drugs in treatment process.
Some drugs may interact when used in combination with Medofadin as follows:
When used in combination with antacids, there is a risk of reducing the bioavailability of Medofadin but does not significantly affect the effect. in clinical medicine. When taken with food, there may be a slight increase in the bioavailability of medofadin. Unlike Cimetidine and Ranitidine, Medofadin does not inhibit the metabolism of the liver enzyme system, Cytochrome P450.
6. Some notes when taking Medofadin
Here are some notes when taking Medofadin to help achieve the effectiveness of the drug as well as reduce the risk of experiencing side effects:
Caution when using Medofadin in the treatment of elderly people, people with impaired function liver, kidney, patients with a history of allergy to the ingredients of the drug. When using this drug to treat the above subjects, it is necessary to closely monitor the doctor. Testing for melanoma should be performed prior to initiation of treatment with Medofadin, as this drug may mask symptoms supporting the diagnosis of melanoma. late for work diagnosis. After 2 weeks of continuous drug treatment, if the symptoms do not decrease, the patient should stop taking the drug and consult the treating doctor. Medofadin should only be used during pregnancy and lactation when absolutely necessary. Active ingredient Famotidine is excreted in breast milk, so the mother should stop breastfeeding while taking the drug. Use caution when using the drug for patients who drive and operate machinery because the drug can cause headaches and dizziness in some subjects. Before taking the drug, if the patient sees strange signs such as watery, smelly, or scum, they should not use the drug and find a reasonable way to destroy the drug. Above is information about uses, dosage and precautions when using Medofadine. To ensure safety for your health and maximize the effectiveness of your treatment, you need to take Medofadin exactly as directed by your doctor.
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