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