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