About Pepcid AC Original Strength Acid Reducer Tablets
From the #1 doctor recommended OTC acid reducer brand, Original Strength PEPCID AC is a famotidine tablet that works fast and lasts to prevent and relieve occasional heartburn. It starts to relieve heartburn in 15–30 minutes, and controls acid all day or all night.
Key Benefits & Features
- Just 1 tablet of this original strength heartburn medicine controls acid all day or all night (based on 9- hour acid control studies during the day & 12-hour acid control studies during the night
- Each over-the-counter heartburn relief tablet is specially formulated with 10 milligrams of famotidine, a known acid reducer & controller for aid in the relief & prevention of heartburn
- This acid reducer medicine can be taken as early as 60 minutes prior to eating, or in as little as 15 minutes before consuming food & beverages that contribute to heartburn
- Tablets can start to relieve the signs of heartburn in 15 to 30 minutes
- Keep a package of Original Strength Pepcid AC at home & in the office to relieve heartburn whenever it strikes
- Adults & children 12+, swallow one tablet with a glass of water to relieve symptoms; do not chew
Pepcid AC Original Strength Acid Reducer Tablets FAQs
What is famotidine, and what is it used for?
Famotidine is the active ingredient in PEPCID and is a histamine-2 blocker. Famotidine works by decreasing the amount of acid the stomach produces.
How does PEPCID work?
PEPCID helps to relieve heartburn by lowering the amount of acid your stomach produces. It blocks the histamine receptors that trigger stomach acid production, thereby decreasing the amount of acid the stomach produces and providing lasting relief.
When should I take PEPCID?
PEPCID can be used if you suffer from occasional heartburn. It can be taken whenever you have unexpected heartburn.
How often can I take PEPCID?
Use PEPCID as directed on the product label. Do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours. If you find that you need to use PEPCID for more than 14 days, stop use and consult a doctor.
Drug Facts
Serving Size: in each tablet |Â |Amount per serving| |---|---| |Famotidine|10 mg|
Ingredients
Active ingredients: Famotidine
Inactive ingredients: Carnauba wax, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, pregelatinized starch, red iron oxide, talc, titanium dioxide
