Hyperacidity, GERD, and ulcers:
Indications for: PEPCID AC
Prevention and relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach.
Adult Dosage:
Take with water. 10–20mg once or twice daily as needed; max 40mg/day. Prevention: take 10–60mins before ingesting problematic food/drinks.
Children Dosage:
Not recommended.
PEPCID AC Warnings/Precautions:
Renal disease. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
See Also:
PEPCID AC Classification:
H2 blocker.
PEPCID AC Interactions:
Do not use with other acid reducers (eg, H2 blockers, acid pump inhibitors). Calcium: reduces absorption of tetracyclines, possibly other drugs.
How Supplied:
Tabs 10mg—6, 12, 18, 30, 50, 60, 70, 90; Gelcaps 10mg—6, 30, 50, 60, 70, 90; Tabs 20mg—5, 8, 25, 50, 75; EZ Chews—8, 25, 50; Complete—5, 15, 25, 50
