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