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Sucralcoat Suspension is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Other than this, Sucralcoat Suspension has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sucralcoat Suspension. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Sucralcoat Suspension include Constipation. While these are the most often observed Sucralcoat Suspension side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Sucralcoat Suspension are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Sucralcoat Suspension's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Sucralcoat Suspension has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Sucralcoat Suspension related warnings section.
Sucralcoat Suspension is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sucralcoat Suspension contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Sucralcoat Suspension have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Sucralcoat Suspension, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Sucralcoat 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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Is the use of Sucralcoat Suspension 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 Suspension 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 Suspension on the Kidneys?
Sucralcoat rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sucralcoat Suspension on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Sucralcoat on the liver.
What is the effect of Sucralcoat Suspension on the Heart?
You can take Sucralcoat without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sucralcoat Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sucralcoat Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Sucralcoat Suspension is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Sucralcoat Suspension you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Sucralcoat Suspension is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Sucralcoat Suspension in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Sucralcoat Suspension
It is safe to take Sucralcoat Suspension with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sucralcoat Suspension
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Sucralcoat Suspension 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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