If you're looking for something to help minimize the burning sensation in your stomach produced by too much acid in your stomach, you might want to look into Nocid 20 pills. They contain famotidine, an H2 receptor blocker that has been demonstrated to lower stomach acid production. Many people use this over-the-counter drug for this purpose. Check out the other sections of this article for more information on the uses, dosage, contraindications, pregnancy and nursing, and alternatives.
What Is Nocid 20 Tablet?
The Famotidine generic medication is present in the Nocid 20 pills. It is produced and sold by Sandoz Pharmaceuticals.
Nocid comes in two dosage strengths: 20mg and 40mg. Both of them are also known as Nocid 20 and Nocid 40 tablets.
Mechanism Of Action
Ingredients
Nocid tablets come in two strengths 20mg and 40mg
Nocid 20 contains
Famotidine................................... 20mg
Nocid 40 contains
Famotidine..................................40mg
Tablet Nocid 20 Uses.
Nocid Tablet is used to treat heartburn, indigestion, and dyspepsia caused by gastric acid overproduction in adults, as well as the following medical conditions namely:
- Heartburn
- Gastric and duodenal ulcers
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
- Erosive Esophagitis
- Nsaid (Pain Killer) Induced ulcers
Contraindications.
The following are the contraindications to the Nocid 20 & 40 tablets:
If you have
- Blood in your stools (black or tarry stools) or if you have blood in your vomiting
- Pain or trouble trying to swallow food
- An unusual or allergic reaction to Famotidine
- Previous history of allergies with H2 receptor blockers
Dosage and Administration
Administration
Nocid tablets are most effective when taken at bedtime or before 30 minutes of a meal. Once or twice a day as advised by your Physician
Dosage For Adults
Route: Oral
Condition Dose Time Period Heartburn 10 to 20 mg orally once a day before meals Up to 14 days GERD 20 mg orally twice a day before meals Up to 6 weeks Duodenal Ulcers 40 mg once a day or 20 mg twice a day before meals Up to 4 weeks Gastric Ulcers 40 mg once a day or 20 mg twice a day before meals Up to 8 weeks NSAID-associated Gastric Ulcers 40 mg once a day or 20 mg twice a day before meals Up to 4-8 weeks Erosive Esophagitis 40 mg once a day or 20 mg twice a day before meals Up to 12 weeks Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome 20 mg orally every 6 hourly decided by your Physician
| Condition | Dose | Time Period |
|---|---|---|
| Heartburn | 10 to 20 mg orally once a day before meals | Up to 14 days |
| GERD | 20 mg orally twice a day before meals | Up to 6 weeks |
| Duodenal Ulcers | 40 mg once a day or 20 mg twice a day before meals | Up to 4 weeks |
| Gastric Ulcers | 40 mg once a day or 20 mg twice a day before meals | Up to 8 weeks |
| NSAID-associated Gastric Ulcers | 40 mg once a day or 20 mg twice a day before meals | Up to 4-8 weeks |
| Erosive Esophagitis | 40 mg once a day or 20 mg twice a day before meals | Up to 12 weeks |
| Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome | 20 mg orally every 6 hourly | decided by your Physician |
Kindly follow your Physician or Pediatrician's guidelines for the dosage of the medicine.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose of this medication as soon as you remember. If your next dose is approaching, skip the missed one and resume your regular dosing regimen. Avoid doubling the doses.
Indications During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Category
Category B
Lactation
The use of Nocid 20 & 40 during breastfeeding does not appear to pose a risk to the health of the infant, although more research is needed to confirm this. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional before taking any medication while breastfeeding.
Nocid Tablet Alternatives That Are Safe
- Gaviscon Advance Suspension
- Omeprazole
- Pantoprazole
- Sucralfate
Tablet Nocid 20 Side Effects
- Headache
- vertigo
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea or Constipation
Interactions
- Atazanavir
- Bosutinib
- Dapsone
- Dasatinib
- Delavirdine
- Digoxin
- Indinavir
- Itraconazole
- Ketoconazole
- Mefloquine
Pro Advice 💡
For best results, always take the medication before meals or at bedtime.
Do not chew the tablet instead swallow it with a sip of water.
In case of itching, rash, hives or swallowing of the face or hallucinations stop taking the drug immediately and consult your Physician.
Try healthy natural alternatives in case of heartburn such as moderate exercise, low spice diet, and skimmed Milk.
Price
PKR 150 Per Strip (10 Tablets).
Price Reference: emeds.pk
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FAQs
Q1. What are Nocid tablets used for?
Ans. Nocid Tablet is used to treat heartburn, indigestion, and dyspepsia caused by gastric acid overproduction in adults, as well as the following medical conditions namely:
- Heartburn
- Gastric and duodenal ulcers
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
- Erosive Esophagitis
- Nsaid (Pain Killer) Induced ulcers
Q2. When should I take Nocid tablets?
Ans. Nocid tablets are most effective when taken at bedtime or before 30 minutes of a meal. Once or twice a day as advised by your Physician
Q3. What is the common name for Nocid tablets?
Ans. The common name for Nocid is Famotidine, an H2 receptor blocker.
Q4. Is Nocid safe for the kidneys?
Ans. Nocid is excreted via the kidneys. Patients with normal renal function can take regular doses while the dose should be adjusted for patients who have renal impairment and those on hemodialysis.
Q5. Is Nocid 20 safe for the liver?
Ans. Dosage reductions are usually not needed, although Nocid 20 & nocid 40 tablets should be used with caution in people with liver disease.
Q6. How fast does Nocid work?
Ans. It usually takes between 15 and 30 minutes for Nocid to relieve the symptoms of heartburn and indigestion.
References
Nocid 20mg Tablets | emeds[Internet]: emeds.pk [Last accessed: January 27, 2024].
Nocid 20 Tablet | Marham [Internet]: www.marham.pk [Last accessed: January 27, 2024].
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We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information we publish on this website. All the information material we published is based only on FDA-approved literature and is not intended to replace expert medical advice. Always seek expert medical advice from a healthcare provider before starting to use this medicine.
Dr. Adnan Karim
He completed his Pharm -D from the University Of Sindh Jamshoro and now working as a Regulatory and Compliance Officer at Muller & Phipps Pharmaceutical he has over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry and he is committed to provide accurate and reliable information to help people make informed decisions about their health
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