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