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Ralfet Syrup is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Ralfet Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Ralfet during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Ralfet Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Ralfet on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Ralfet will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Ralfet Syrup on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ralfet on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ralfet Syrup on the Liver?
Ralfet does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Ralfet Syrup on the Heart?
Using Ralfet does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ralfet Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ralfet Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Ralfet Syrup is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ralfet Syrup as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ralfet Syrup is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Ralfet Syrup is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ralfet Syrup
Taking Ralfet Syrup with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ralfet Syrup
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ralfet Syrup and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Ralfet can treat gastritis. It is used in the treatment of gastritis because it forms a protective layer in the gastrointestinal lining which helps in providing relief from gastric inflammation.
Yes, Ralfet can be taken along with omeprazole at the same time. Omeprazole does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Ralfet. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, you are advised to take omeprazole 30 minutes before taking Ralfet.
Usually, Ralfet is given for short-term treatment for up to 8 weeks. You are advised to take Ralfet as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Taking this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.
Yes, Ralfet might cause gas (flatulence). It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind gas is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive gas trouble after taking this drug then you are advised to take an antiflatulent drug such as simethicone.
Ralfet 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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carafate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 656-657
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1154-1155
