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