Cral
Cral Products are primarily used for
Intestinal ulcers, Stomach ulcers
About Cral Products
Cral Products side effects
Common
Side Effect of Cral is Constipation.
How Cral 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 Cral Products
Frequently asked questions about Cral Products
Frequently asked questions about Sucralfate
Q. What should you avoid when taking Cral 2gm Syrup?
It is advisable to avoid taking antacids within 30 minutes of taking Cral 2gm Syrup since this medicine can decrease the absorption of some antacids if taken together.
Q. How long after taking Cral 2gm Syrup can I eat?
Cral 2gm Syrup must be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
Q. Does Cral 2gm Syrup 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 Cral 2gm Syrup for the duration as prescribed by your doctor for complete healing.
Q. Does Cral 2gm Syrup cause constipation?
Yes, constipation is one of the common side effects of Cral 2gm Syrup. 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 Cral 2gm Syrup an antibiotic/sulfa drug/pain-killer/PPI?
Cral 2gm Syrup is not an antibiotic/sulfa drug/ PPI (proton-pump inhibitor) or a pain-killer. It is an ulcer protective medicine
Q. Is Cral 2gm Syrup available or sold over the counter?
No. Cral 2gm Syrup is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter
Q. Is Cral 2gm Syrup gluten free?
Yes. Cral 2gm Syrup is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Q. Is Cral 2gm Syrup safe?
Yes. Cral 2gm Syrup is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Q. Can I take Cral 2gm Syrup with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen/Pepto?
Yes. Cral 2gm Syrup can be taken with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen and Pepto if prescribed by your doctor
Q. Does Cral 2gm Syrup cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia/ heartburn?
Cral 2gm Syrup does not cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia or heartburn. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Is Cral 2gm Syrup a narcotic drug?
No. Cral 2gm Syrup is not a narcotic drug.