FAQs

How should PEPCID® products be taken?
PEPCID® COMPLETE Antacid & Acid Reducer Chewable Tablets
Adults and children 12 years of age and older:  For heartburn or acid indigestion, for fast, long lasting and effective relief of symptoms, chew one (1) tablet.  If symptoms return, you may take another tablet.  For prevention of acid-related symptoms brought on by consuming food and/or beverage, take one (1) tablet 1 hour before eating.  Maximum 2 tablets in 24 hours.

If symptoms persist for more than two consecutive weeks, consult your doctor.  Individuals with kidney disease should not take this product except on the advice of a doctor.  Do not take within two hours of another medicine because the effectiveness of the other medicine may be altered.

PEPCID® AC Acid Controller Tablets
Adults and children 12 years of age and older:  For relief of symptoms, take one (1) tablet.  For prevention of acid-related symptoms brought on by consuming food and/or beverage, take one (1) tablet 15 minutes before eating.  If symptoms return, you may take another tablet.  Do not take more than two (2) tablets during a 24-hour period.  If symptoms persist for more than two consecutive weeks, consult your doctor.