Lucrate
Lucrate Products are primarily used for
Intestinal ulcers, Stomach ulcers
About Lucrate Products
Uses of Lucrate Products
Sucralfate is used in the treatment of intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.
Lucrate Products side effects
Common
Side Effect of Lucrate is Constipation.
How Lucrate 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 Lucrate Products
Frequently asked questions about Lucrate Products
Frequently asked questions about Sucralfate
Q. What should you avoid when taking Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension?
It is advisable to avoid taking antacids within 30 minutes of taking Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension since this medicine can decrease the absorption of some antacids if taken together.
Q. How long after taking Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension can I eat?
Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension must be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
Q. Does Lucrate 1000mg Oral 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 Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension for the duration as prescribed by your doctor for complete healing.
Q. Does Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension cause constipation?
Yes, constipation is one of the common side effects of Lucrate 1000mg Oral 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 Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension an antibiotic/sulfa drug/pain-killer/PPI?
Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is not an antibiotic/sulfa drug/ PPI (proton-pump inhibitor) or a pain-killer. It is an ulcer protective medicine
Q. Is Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension available or sold over the counter?
No. Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter
Q. Is Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension gluten free?
Yes. Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Q. Is Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension safe?
Yes. Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Q. Can I take Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen/Pepto?
Yes. Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension can be taken with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen and Pepto if prescribed by your doctor
Q. Does Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia/ heartburn?
Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension does not cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia or heartburn. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Is Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension a narcotic drug?
No. Lucrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is not a narcotic drug.