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Sucralcoat is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream, Suspension. Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Sucralcoat also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Sucralcoat depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Sucralcoat are Constipation. While these are the most often observed Sucralcoat side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sucralcoat go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Sucralcoat has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Sucralcoat related warnings talks about Sucralcoat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes must refrain from the use of Sucralcoat since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sucralcoat contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Sucralcoat with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sucralcoat is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Sucralcoat 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Sucralcoat safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Sucralcoat during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Sucralcoat safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Sucralcoat in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Sucralcoat is unavailable.
What is the effect of Sucralcoat on the Kidneys?
Sucralcoat rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sucralcoat on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Sucralcoat on the liver.
What is the effect of Sucralcoat on the Heart?
You can take Sucralcoat without any fear of damage to the heart.
Sucralcoat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sucralcoat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sucralcoat habit forming or addictive?
Sucralcoat is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Sucralcoat you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Sucralcoat is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Sucralcoat in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Sucralcoat
It is safe to take Sucralcoat with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sucralcoat
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Sucralcoat and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Usually, Sucralcoat is given for short-term treatment for up to 8 weeks. You are advised to take Sucralcoat 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, Sucralcoat 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, you can take Sucralcoat with ranitidine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, you are advised to take ranitidine 30 minutes before taking Sucralcoat.
Yes, Sucralcoat can be taken along with omeprazole at the same time. Omeprazole does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Sucralcoat. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, you are advised to take omeprazole 30 minutes before taking Sucralcoat.
Yes, Sucralcoat is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dry mouth, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
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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
