Protonix vs. Pepcid
- Are Protonix and Pepcid the Same Thing?
- What Are Possible Side Effects of Protonix?
- What Are Possible Side Effects of Pepcid?
- What is Protonix?
- What is Pepcid?
- What drugs interact with Protonix?
- What drugs interact with Pepcid?
- How Should Protonix Be Taken?
- How Should Pepcid Be Taken?
What Drugs Interact With Protonix?
Protonix may interact with atazanavir, blood thinners, digoxin, diuretics (water pills), ketoconazole, or methotrexate.
Protonix may also interact with nelfinavir, ampicillin, or iron.
What Drugs Interact With Pepcid?
Pepcid may interact with atazanavir or ketoconazole.
Pepcid may also interact with itraconazole, or aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
How Should Protonix Be Taken?
The recommended adult dose of Protonix is 40 mg once daily.
- Protonix Oral Suspension should be taken 30 minutes before a meal
- Protonix Oral Suspension should only be taken with applesauce or apple juice 30 minutes before a meal.
- Protonix Oral Suspension should not be taken in or with water or other liquids, or with other foods.
- Protonix Oral Suspension should not be chewed or crushed.
- Protonix Oral Suspension packet should not be divided to make a smaller dose.
How Should Pepcid Be Taken?
Pepcid (famotidine) dosage depends on the condition being treated. Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment with Pepcid; it is not expected to be harmful to a fetus. Pepcid passes into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.