The brand name for Famotidine is Pepcid AC or Zantac 360, and you might be more familiar with these brand names for it. Regardless, you should know that it is unwise to take famotidine for longer than 14 days in a row. That is the maximum amount of time that is recommended that anyone take this kind of medication.

Mild Pepcid side effects include headache and dizziness. Stomach-related side effects, such as diarrhea or stomach pain, are also possible. Rare but serious Pepcid side effects include liver damage and brain-related side effects, like confusion.

The best time to take it depends on why you're taking it. If you're taking Pepcid to treat occasional heartburn, try taking it before a meal. You can also take it once in the morning and once at night if you have more regular heartburn.

Diarrhea, headache, constipation, or stomach cramps may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.

Antacids are among the safest drugs for acid reflux and side effects are rare. Depending on the antacid's ingredients, side effects may include diarrhea, constipation, calcium loss and kidney stones.

Proton pump inhibitors are accepted as the most effective initial and maintenance treatment for GERD. Oral pantoprazole is a safe, well tolerated and effective initial and maintenance treatment for patients with nonerosive GERD or erosive esophagitis.

Antacids are among the safest drugs for acid reflux and side effects are rare. Depending on the antacid's ingredients, side effects may include diarrhea, constipation, calcium loss and kidney stones.

PEPCID® is an H2 blocker. Both Original Strength and Maximum Strength PEPCID AC® begin to work in 15-30 minutes, and help control acid all day or all night. * Dual Action PEPCID COMPLETE® combines an H2 blocker with an antacid, so it starts neutralizing acid in seconds, but has the long-lasting relief of an H2 blocker.

How to use Pepcid AC. Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once or twice daily. If you are taking this medication once daily, it is usually taken right before bedtime. The dosage and length of treatment are based on your medical condition and response to therapy.

Keep using this medicine for the full time of treatment, even if you begin to feel better. You may take this medicine with or without food. Measure the oral liquid with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup. The average household teaspoon may not hold the right amount of liquid.

Famotidine complete (Pepcid Complete) is a combination of a stomach acid reducer (famotidine) and two different antacids (calcium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide). It helps with heartburn caused by an upset stomach. It's available over the counter (OTC) as a brand-name and lower-cost generic medication.

If your symptoms strike less often, use a fast-acting over-the-counter antacid such as Maalox, Mylanta, Rolaids, or Tums. Or try an over-the-counter H2 blocker, such as famotidine (Pepcid AC) or ranitidine (Zantac 75). They tend to cause fewer side effects and are typically cheaper than PPIs.