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