Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Peptic Guard (Famotidine).
Kidney Disease: Peptic Guard (Famotidine) is removed from the body mostly by the kidneys. Kidney disease or reduced kidney function may cause Peptic Guard (Famotidine) to build up in the body, causing side effects. If you have reduced kidney function or kidney disease, discuss with your doctor how Peptic Guard (Famotidine) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Peptic Guard (Famotidine), and whether any special monitoring is needed. Lower doses or longer intervals between doses may be needed.
Severe stomach problems: Although common, heartburn and acid indigestion can sometimes be a warning sign for more serious stomach problems. If you are over the age of 40 and are experiencing heartburn for the first time, you should check with your health care professional before starting Peptic Guard (Famotidine). If you have recurrent vomiting, difficulty swallowing, blood in the stool, significant unintentional weight loss, fatigue (Anemia), or are coughing up blood, check with your doctor right away. If you have heartburn that continues, worsens, or returns after using Peptic Guard (Famotidine) continuously for 2 weeks, check with your doctor. If you frequently need to use Peptic Guard (Famotidine) for heartburn for 14 days in a row, you should see your doctor.
Pregnancy: Peptic Guard (Famotidine) should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Peptic Guard (Famotidine), contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: Peptic Guard (Famotidine) passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Peptic Guard (Famotidine), it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Peptic Guard (Famotidine) have not been established for children. For the over-the-counter form, the safety and effectiveness of using Peptic Guard (Famotidine) have not been established for children less than 12 years of age.
Seniors: Seniors are at an increased likelihood of having decreased kidney function and therefore may be more likely to experience side effects. If you are a senior, your doctor should closely monitor your condition while you are taking Peptic Guard (Famotidine).