Carafil
Carafil Products are primarily used for
Intestinal ulcers, Stomach ulcers
About Carafil Products
Uses of Carafil Products
Sucralfate is used in the treatment of intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.
Carafil Products side effects
Common
Side Effect of Carafil is Constipation.
How Carafil Products work
Sucralfate forms a coating over the ulcer or any other raw surface. This creates a physical barrier that protects the ulcer/raw surface from the gastric acid or any other injury, allowing it to heal.
Patient Concerns about Carafil Products
Frequently asked questions about Carafil Products
Frequently asked questions about Sucralfate
Q. What should you avoid when taking Carafil Suspension?
It is advisable to avoid taking antacids within 30 minutes of taking Carafil Suspension since this medicine can decrease the absorption of some antacids if taken together.
Q. How long after taking Carafil Suspension can I eat?
Carafil Suspension must be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
Q. Does Carafil Suspension work immediately?
No, it takes around one to two weeks for the medicine to heal an ulcer of the stomach or intestine. But continue taking Carafil Suspension for the duration as prescribed by your doctor for complete healing.
Q. Does Carafil Suspension cause constipation?
Yes, constipation is one of the common side effects of Carafil Suspension. Include fiber in your diet (fruits and vegetables), drink 8-10 glasses of fluids a day, and keep active. A stool softener (with a doctor's prescription) once or twice a day may prevent constipation. If you do not have a bowel movement for 2-3 days, consult your doctor.
Q. Is Carafil Suspension an antibiotic/sulfa drug/pain-killer/PPI?
Carafil Suspension is not an antibiotic/sulfa drug/ PPI (proton-pump inhibitor) or a pain-killer. It is an ulcer protective medicine
Q. Is Carafil Suspension available or sold over the counter?
No. Carafil Suspension is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter
Q. Is Carafil Suspension gluten free?
Yes. Carafil Suspension is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Q. Is Carafil Suspension safe?
Yes. Carafil Suspension is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Q. Can I take Carafil Suspension with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen/Pepto?
Yes. Carafil Suspension can be taken with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen and Pepto if prescribed by your doctor
Q. Does Carafil Suspension cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia/ heartburn?
Carafil Suspension does not cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia or heartburn. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Is Carafil Suspension a narcotic drug?
No. Carafil Suspension is not a narcotic drug.