Famotidine News

Generic Competition for Last Remaining OTC Pepcid

Perrigo secured FDA approval of a generic version of Pepcid Complete, the chewable formulation of the OTC Pepcid heartburn franchise. The company will wait until the third quarter to launch the drug with 180-day exclusivity...

Common Reflux Treatment Linked To Life Threatening Bowel Infection In Premature Infants

Researchers in an NIH network have found that premature infants given a common class of non-prescription drugs used to treat acid reflux are slightly more likely to develop a potentially fatal bowel disorder than are infants who...

The effect of famotidine addition on olanzapine-induced weight gain in first-episode schizophrenia patients: a double-blind placebo-controlled pilot study

It is widely known that olanzapine (Zyprexa) is one of the 2nd generation antipsychotic medications that is most strongly associated with weight gain.

FDA Approves Johnson & JohnsonˇMerck's Prescription Strength PEPCIDŽ AC (famotidine 20 mg) for Over-The-Counter

Maximum Strength PEPCIDŽ AC Provides a Strong and Effective Treatment Option for the Millions Suffering from Occasional Heartburn

Teva Announces Final Approval of Famotidine 20 & 40mg

Jerusalem, Israel - Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (Nasdaq: TEVA) announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has awarded final approval for Famotidine 20mg and 40mg tablets, upon expiration of the...

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