Facid
Facid contains Famotidine, which is a histamine H2-receptor antagonist. It works by decreasing the amount of acid produced in the stomach, helping to relieve symptoms such as heartburn, acid indigestion, and aiding the healing of gastrointestinal ulcers.
Dosage by Body Weight
For adults, the typical dose is 20 mg to 40 mg daily, usually taken at bedtime or divided into morning and evening doses. Pediatric dosage is weight-dependent (typically 0.5 mg/kg to 1 mg/kg per day) and should be closely managed by a healthcare professional.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants under this weight have not been fully established. Use only under strict specialist guidance.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 2.5 mg to 5 mg daily
- Frequency
- Once daily or divided into two doses
- Tracking Notes
- Commonly administered as an oral liquid suspension. Measure doses accurately with a syringe.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 4 mg to 10 mg daily
- Frequency
- Once daily or divided into two doses
- Tracking Notes
- Dosing should target approximately 0.5 mg/kg to 1 mg/kg daily as prescribed by a pediatrician.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 5.5 mg to 15 mg daily
- Frequency
- Once daily or divided into two doses
- Tracking Notes
- Dose adjustment may be required based on clinical response and renal function.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 8 mg to 20 mg daily
- Frequency
- Once daily or divided into two doses
- Tracking Notes
- Do not exceed the maximum pediatric dosage recommended by your doctor.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy in infants under this weight have not been fully established. Use only under strict specialist guidance. |
| 5-7 kg | 2.5 mg to 5 mg daily | Once daily or divided into two doses | Commonly administered as an oral liquid suspension. Measure doses accurately with a syringe. |
| 8-10 kg | 4 mg to 10 mg daily | Once daily or divided into two doses | Dosing should target approximately 0.5 mg/kg to 1 mg/kg daily as prescribed by a pediatrician. |
| 11-15 kg | 5.5 mg to 15 mg daily | Once daily or divided into two doses | Dose adjustment may be required based on clinical response and renal function. |
| 16-20 kg | 8 mg to 20 mg daily | Once daily or divided into two doses | Do not exceed the maximum pediatric dosage recommended by your doctor. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment and prevention of ulcers in the stomach and intestines, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn, and pathological hypersecretory conditions like Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
Generic Name
FamotidineScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.