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