Medivalent

Heartburn & Reflux

Proton pump inhibitors and H2 blockers, including omeprazole and famotidine

Over-the-counter medicines in Canada

Dosing information is reproduced verbatim from manufacturer-approved labels. Reference only — always read the full label and confirm with a pharmacist.

esomeprazole

Purpose Acid reducer

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Adults
Directions adults 18 years of age and older this product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days may take 1 to 4 days for full effect 14-Day Course of Treatment • swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water before eating in the morning • take every day for 14 days • do not take more than 1 tablet a day • swallow whole. Do not crush or chew capsules. • do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor Repeated 14-Day Courses (if needed) • you may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months • do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor children under 18 years of age: ask a doctor before use. Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition .

Dosing source: FDA drug label

2 OTC products in Canada

famotidine

Purpose Acid reducer

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Adults
Directions adults and children 12 years and over: to relieve symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water. Do not chew. to prevent symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water at any time from 15 to 60 minutes before eating food or drinking beverages that cause heartburn do not use more than 2 tablets in 24 hours children under 12 years: ask a doctor

Dosing source: FDA drug label

3 OTC products in Canada

ranitidine

PURPOSE Acid reducer

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Adults
DIRECTIONS • adults and children 12 years and over: • to relieve symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water • to prevent symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water 30 to 60 minutes before eating food or drinking beverages that cause heartburn • can be used up to twice daily (do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours) • children under 12 years: ask a doctor

Dosing source: FDA drug label

1 OTC product in Canada