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Acid Controller Original Strength and Renal dysfunction

Result of checking the interaction of drug Acid Controller Original Strength and disease Renal dysfunction for safety when used together.

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Acid Controller Original Strength <> Renal dysfunction

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

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Famotidine is partially eliminated by the kidney as unchanged drug, the extent of which is dependent upon the route of administration (25% to 30% oral; 65% to 70% intravenous). The elimination half-life of famotidine may be prolonged considerably in patients with severe renal impairment (CrCl < 10 mL/min), possibly exceeding 20 hours and approaching approximately 24 hours in anuric patients. Since central nervous system adverse effects such as grand mal seizures and psychic disturbances have been reported in patients with moderate (CrCl < 50 mL/min) and severe renal impairment, dosage adjustments are recommended for these patients. Reducing the normally recommended dosage by one-half or prolonging the dosing interval to 36 to 48 hours may be appropriate, depending on the patient's clinical response.

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Acid Controller Original Strength

Generic Name: famotidine

Brand Name: Pepcid, Heartburn Relief, Pepcid AC, Pepcid AC Maximum Strength, Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets, Pepcid Oral Suspension

Synonyms: n.a.

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