Carafate is used for treating and preventing intestinal ulcers.
Sucralfate creates a protective coating over ulcers.
The coating helps in preventing further injury to the ulcers.
Facilitates quicker healing of ulcers.
Dosage and administration
Take the medicine on an empty stomach, 1 hour before a meal, 2 to 4 times daily.
Dosage is based on medical condition and response to treatment.
Use regularly for maximum benefit, at the same times each day.
Continue taking even if no ulcer pain is felt.
Do not stop without consulting the doctor; healing may take 4 to 8 weeks.
Some medications may need a different schedule when taken with sucralfate.
Antacids can be used but separate them by at least 30 minutes.
Inform the doctor if the condition persists or worsens after 4 weeks of sucralfate use.
Side effects
Possible side effects: constipation, dry mouth, upset stomach, gas, and nausea.
Notify the doctor/pharmacist if these effects persist or worsen.
Medication prescribed based on the doctor’s judgment of benefits outweighing risks.
Many users experience this medication without serious side effects.
Report serious side effects promptly: unusual stomach fullness, nausea/vomiting/stomach pain after meals, difficulty swallowing.
Very rare but serious allergic reactions may occur; seek medical help for symptoms like rash, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
Incomplete list; contact doctor/pharmacist for other unlisted effects.
Precautions
Inform the doctor/pharmacist about allergies to sucralfate or other allergies.
Inactive ingredients may cause allergic reactions; consult the pharmacist for details.
Share medical history, especially kidney problems, swallowing issues, stomach/intestine problems, tube feeding, or use of a breathing tube.
Before surgery, inform the doctor/dentist about all medications, including prescription, non-prescription, and herbal products.
Older adults may be at higher risk for elevated aluminum levels when using sucralfate with other aluminum-containing products (e.g., antacids).
Pregnant individuals should inform the doctor before using sucralfate.
It’s unclear if the medication passes into breast milk; consult the doctor before breastfeeding.
Additional information
Brand Name:
Carafate
Scientific Name:
Sucralfate
Other Names:
Antepsin, Sucralfate
Strength(s):
1g
Quantities Available:
60, 100
Formulation:
Tablet
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