Famocid 20

Tablet · Sun Pharma
USUALLY SOLD WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION

Famocid 20 is a tablet made by Sun Pharma that contains Famotidine 20 mg. Famotidine is a acid reducer (h2 blocker): reduces stomach acid to treat acidity, reflux and ulcers.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Famotidine20 mg

What it is used for

Reduces stomach acid to treat acidity, reflux and ulcers.

How it works

An H2 blocker that reduces stomach acid, less strongly than PPIs; used for heartburn, ulcers and with NSAIDs.

How to take it

Usually 20 to 40 mg once or twice a day; can be taken just before meals or at bedtime.

Common side effects

  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dizziness

Get medical help straight away if

  • Confusion (older people or kidney disease)
  • Fast or irregular heartbeat

Be careful

Dose may need lowering with kidney problems.

Other medicines and interactions

Reduces absorption of itraconazole, ketoconazole and some HIV medicines.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Considered acceptable in pregnancy and breastfeeding when needed.

Same ingredients, different strength or form

Famocid 40Famotin 40Famocer 40Famonit 40Famonext 40Topcid 40Famofast 40Famogreat 40Famtac 40

Common questions

What is Famocid 20?

Famocid 20 is a tablet by Sun Pharma containing Famotidine 20 mg.

What is Famocid 20 used for?

Reduces stomach acid to treat acidity, reflux and ulcers.

How should I take Famocid 20?

Usually 20 to 40 mg once or twice a day; can be taken just before meals or at bedtime. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Famocid 20?

Common side effects include: Headache, constipation, diarrhoea, dizziness. Get medical help straight away for: Confusion (older people or kidney disease), fast or irregular heartbeat.

Does Famocid 20 need a prescription?

It is usually sold without a prescription in India, but ask a pharmacist if you take other medicines or have a long-term illness.

Can I take Famocid 20 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Considered acceptable in pregnancy and breastfeeding when needed.

What are the substitutes for Famocid 20?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.