Pepcid

Definitions of Pepcid
  1. noun
    a histamine blocker (trade name Pepcid) used to treat peptic ulcers and gastritis and esophageal reflux
    synonyms: famotidine
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    histamine blocker
    a medicine used to treat the gastric effects of histamine in cases of peptic ulcers and gastritis and gastroesophageal reflux; works by blocking the effects of histamine on the receptor site known as H2
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