Mechanism of Action of Famotidine
Introduction Famotidine is a histamine H₂-receptor antagonist (H₂ blocker) used in the management of acid-related gastrointestinal disorders. It suppresses gastric acid secretion by selectively blocking histamine-mediated stimulation of parietal cells. Famotidine is clinically and exam-relevant due to its receptor specificity, reduced drug interaction profile compared to cimetidine, and widespread use in peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal … Read more