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Carafil Benefits & Uses

Carafil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)

Other Benefits

Mouth Ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
GERD
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)

Carafil Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Carafil Related Warnings

Is the use of Carafil safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Carafil in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Carafil safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Carafil on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Carafil will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Carafil on the Kidneys?

Carafil rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Carafil on the Liver?

Carafil does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Carafil on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Carafil for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Carafil with Other Drugs

Carafil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Calcium

Moderate

Amoxicillin

Clarithromycin

Digoxin

Abacavir

Mild

Lansoprazole

Carafil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carafil unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Hypophosphatasia

Frequently asked Questions about Carafil

Is this Carafil habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Carafil.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Carafil, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Carafil can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Carafil is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Carafil is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Carafil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Carafil

Taking Carafil with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Carafil

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Carafil and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Carafil

Question over 5 years ago

Can Carafil cause high blood pressure?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

No, Carafil does not cause high blood pressure. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Carafil on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

No, Carafil should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing this drug on your own might worsen your current medical condition. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Carafil with omeprazole?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Carafil can be taken along with omeprazole at the same time. Omeprazole does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Carafil. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, you are advised to take omeprazole 30 minutes before taking Carafil.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Carafil?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Carafil is a brand name of sucralfate and it is available in the form of tablet, syrup, and suspension. It is a prescription drug which is used for the treatment of duodenal ulcer. It is also used off-label to prevent stress ulcer.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Carafil without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Carafil is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.