Sucral is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension,Syrup,Cream. It is primarily used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Sucral also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Sucral is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Sucral include Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sucral as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sucral go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Sucral is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Sucral's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Sucral 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 Sucral have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Sucral may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sucral is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Sucral 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sucral is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Sucral safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Sucral on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Sucral safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Sucral for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Sucral on the Kidneys?
Sucral rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sucral on the Liver?
Sucral does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Sucral on the Heart?
You can take Sucral without any fear of damage to the heart.
Sucral 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 Sucral unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sucral habit forming or addictive?
Sucral is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Sucral you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Sucral is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Sucral for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sucral
It is safe to take Sucral with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sucral
Information about the interaction of Sucral and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Sucral does not cause high blood pressure. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
No, Sucral 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.
No, Sucral 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.
No, Sucral does not contain sulfa. It contains sucralfate which is used in the treatment of duodenal ulcer.
Yes, Sucral can be taken along with omeprazole at the same time. Omeprazole does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Sucral. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, you are advised to take omeprazole 30 minutes before taking Sucral.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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