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Pepcid Complete Side Effects

Pepcid Complete is an over-the-counter medication that contains famotidine, magnesium and calcium used to treat heartburn. Despite its effectiveness, Pepcid Complete poses a risk of side effects in some patients.

  1. Types of Common Side Effect

    • Common side effects of Pepcid Complete include constipation, diarrhea, headache and dizziness.

    Features: Drug Interactions

    • When combined with blood thinners like warfarin, Pepcid Complete increases your risk of experiencing uncontrollable bleeding during surgery or following an injury.

    Time Frame

    • Side effects of Pepcid Complete typically begin within a few days of treatment and gradually subside once your body becomes acclimated to the drug.

    Risks

    • Some patients develop serious anaphylactic reactions from Pepcid Complete due to hypersensitivity or allergies. Hypersensitivity side effects include, hives, swelling of your face or extremities, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, wheezing, shock and even death.

    Considerations

    • Because it has the potential to cause dizziness and drowsiness, you should not operate a motor vehicle or heavy machinery until you know how Pepcid Complete affects you. Drinking water or taking food with Pepcid Complete sometimes decreases side effects.

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