Pepcid AC and Thalitone

• Generic Name: famotidine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Heartburn Relief, Pepcid, Pepcid AC, Pepcid AC Maximum Strength, Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets, Pepcid Oral Suspension

Pepcid AC is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the stomach and intestines. It also treats conditions in which the stomach produces too much acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Pepcid AC also treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions in which acid backs up from the stomach into the esophagus, causing heartburn.

Pepcid AC may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: chlorthalidone
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names:

  Hygroton, Thalitone

Chlorthalidone is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled.

Chlorthalidone is also used to treat fluid retention (edema) that is caused by congestive heart failure, severe liver disease (cirrhosis), kidney disease, or treatment with a hormone or steroid medicine.

Chlorthalidone is a diuretic (water pill). It reduces the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine, which helps to lower blood pressure.

Chlorthalidone is available only with your doctor's prescription.