This was an open-label, randomized, 5-treatment, 5-period, 3-way crossover study in 15 healthy subjects
Famotidine (Pepcid AC) is a histamine-2 (H2) antagonist that's used to treat conditions that cause too much stomach acid to build up, such as heartburn and stomach or intestinal ulcers (sores)
Pepcid is in the drug class H2 antagonists
Simethicone is a medication used in the management and treatment of flatulence
Most simply, it helps coat and protect the lining of your stomach and intestines so ulcers can heal
Adults and teenagers—Usual dose is 60 to 125 milligrams (mg) four times a day, after meals and at bedtime
These are the same class as famotidine, and include alternatives cimetidine and nizatidine
Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that decreases acid secretion in the stomach and may be given to relieve the However, omeprazole is a more potent and longer-acting drug than famotidine
Simethicone is available without a prescription
This product is available in the following dosage forms: Capsule, Liquid Filled
Simethicone (Gas-X) Brand Names: Alka-Seltzer Anti-Gas, Bicarsim, Colic Drops, Colicon, Equalize Gas Relief Drops, Flatulex Drops
Many antacids also contain simethicone, an antiflatulent used for gas relief