Generic Name - Sucralfate
Category - Anti-Ulcers
Indications
Stomach or duodenal ulcers.
Generic Carafate is indicated to prevent the recurrence of stomach or duodenal (intestinal) ulcers. Carafate works by forming a ``barrier'' or ``coating'' over the ulcer. This protects the ulcer from the acid of the stomach, allowing it to heal. Carafate contains an aluminum salt.
Generic for Carafate Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Carafate is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Carafate should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment condition.
Kidney disease
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Carafate. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Antacids
Antibiotics
Digoxin
Ketoconazole
Levothyroxine and other thyroid hormones
Omeprazole or lansoprazole
Phenytoin
Ranitidine
Theophylline
Generic for Carafate Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of Generic Carafate
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Carafate for active duodenal ulcer is 1 gram (1 tablet or 2 teaspoonfuls of suspension) 4 times a day on an empty stomach. Although your ulcer may heal during the first 2 weeks of therapy, Carafate should be continued for 4 to 8 weeks.
Generic for Carafate Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Carafate side Effects include difficulty breathing,
Drowsiness or dizziness, skin rash and swelling of the face and lips.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Carafate.
Generic for Carafate and Pregnancy
Studies do not indicate whether Generic Carafate is likely to harm the growing fetus, if used during pregnancy. It is best to seek medical advice before use
Generic for Carafate and Breastfeeding
Generic Carafate has not been shown to cause problems in nursing babies when used by breast feeding mothers.
Generic for Carafate and Pediatric
In effective doses, Generic Carafate has not been shown to cause different side effects or problems in pediatric patients than it does in adults.
Generic for Carafate and Geriatric
In the absence of any specific information comparing the use of Generic Carafate in the elderly with use in other age groups, this medicine is not expected to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults.
Note
The above information about Generic Carafate serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy. |
