Pepcid
Famotidine 20mg and 40mg tablets, an H2 blocker that lowers stomach acid, for ulcers, reflux and heartburn.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20mg | 28 tablets | US$18.20 | US$0.65 |
| 20mg | 56 tablets | US$31.92 | US$0.57 |
| 20mg | 84 tablets | US$43.68 | US$0.52 |
| 20mg | 112 tablets | US$53.76 | US$0.48 |
| 20mg | 168 tablets | US$67.20 | US$0.40 |
| 20mg | 224 tablets | US$76.16 | US$0.34 |
| 20mg | 336 tablets | US$90.72 | US$0.27 |
| 40mg | 28 tablets | US$16.52 | US$0.59 |
| 40mg | 56 tablets | US$30.80 | US$0.55 |
| 40mg | 84 tablets | US$40.32 | US$0.48 |
| 40mg | 112 tablets | US$51.52 | US$0.46 |
| 40mg | 168 tablets | US$67.20 | US$0.40 |
| 40mg | 224 tablets | US$80.64 | US$0.36 |
| 40mg | 336 tablets | US$100.80 | US$0.30 |
- Category
- Digestive Health
- Active ingredient
- Famotidine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 20 · 40mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Pepcid on your behalf.
- Therapeutic class
- H2 Receptor Antagonist
- Pharmacological class
- H2 Blocker
- Contraindications
- allergy to famotidine or other H2 blockers
- Minor side effects
- headache; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- constipation; diarrhoea
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Age restrictions
- Adults.
Precautions and warnings
kidney disease may need a lower dose; tell your doctor; tell your doctor if you have phenylketonuria
Serious side effects
allergic reaction with hives, swelling or difficulty breathing, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Famotidine 20mg and 40mg tablets, an H2 blocker that lowers stomach acid, for ulcers, reflux and heartburn.
Mechanism of action
Blocks histamine H2 receptors on the stomach lining, decreasing the amount of acid the stomach makes.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Ask a doctor before use in pregnancy or breastfeeding. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Pepcid is famotidine, an H2 blocker that lowers the amount of acid the stomach makes. It is used for stomach and duodenal ulcers, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and heartburn, and for conditions where the stomach makes too much acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. It comes as 20mg and 40mg tablets.
The common side effects are headache, dizziness, constipation and diarrhoea. Hives, a rash or swelling of the face or throat, or difficulty breathing, need urgent medical help. Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, which may need a lower dose (MedlinePlus).
Buying Pepcid online
Generic famotidine, much of it made in India, costs less than the original brand. Heartburn that keeps coming back, trouble swallowing or weight loss should be checked by a doctor rather than treated on its own.
FAQ
What conditions is Pepcid used for?
Pepcid contains famotidine, used for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease and zollinger-ellison syndrome. Famotidine blocks histamine H2 receptors on the stomach lining, decreasing the amount of acid the stomach makes.
Will I receive the original Pepcid?
No. Pepcid is the originator brand name, and VGR Australia uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (famotidine) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
What is the price of Pepcid?
The price varies with strength and pack size. Pepcid comes in 20 and 40mg strengths, in packs of 28 to 336 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What are the side effects of Pepcid?
The common side effects of famotidine are headache and dizziness. Less common ones include constipation and diarrhoea. Serious but less common side effects include allergic reaction with hives, swelling or difficulty breathing, which needs urgent medical attention.
Can I order Pepcid online without a prescription?
Online, yes: VGR Australia does not ask for a prescription to order Pepcid. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Pepcid to Australia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Pepcid is the originator brand name, made by . We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with and do not ship the original Pepcid.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Famotidine) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.