Sucralfate Suspension is a prescription medicine. Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Sucralfate Suspension has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Sucralfate Suspension depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Sucralfate Suspension also has some side effects, the most common being Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sucralfate Suspension as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Sucralfate Suspension are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Sucralfate Suspension is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Sucralfate Suspension has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Sucralfate Suspension related warnings section.
Sucralfate Suspension is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Sucralfate Suspension have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Sucralfate Suspension have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sucralfate Suspension is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Sucralfate Suspension 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sucralfate Suspension is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Sucralfate Suspension safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Sucralfate will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Sucralfate Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Sucralfate for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Sucralfate Suspension on the Kidneys?
Sucralfate rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sucralfate Suspension on the Liver?
Sucralfate does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Sucralfate Suspension on the Heart?
Using Sucralfate does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Sucralfate Suspension 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 Sucralfate Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sucralfate Suspension habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Sucralfate Suspension.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Sucralfate Suspension, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Sucralfate Suspension can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Sucralfate Suspension should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Sucralfate Suspension in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Sucralfate Suspension
Taking Sucralfate Suspension with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sucralfate Suspension
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Sucralfate Suspension with alcohol.
Usually, Sucralfate is given for short-term treatment for up to 8 weeks. You are advised to take Sucralfate 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, you can take Sucralfate with ranitidine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, you are advised to take ranitidine 30 minutes before taking Sucralfate.
Yes, Sucralfate might be helpful in treating GERD. It helps in GERD by forming a protective layer on the wall of the gastrointestinal tract as well esophagus that protects the symptoms of GERD such as heartburn and acidity.
Yes, Sucralfate 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.
No, Sucralfate does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
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