Gastalfet 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 4.02 (10 x 10: ৳ 402.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 40.20
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sucralfate |
| Company | Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Duodenal ulcer
- Gastric ulcer
- Chronic gastritis
- Prophylaxis of gastrointestinal hemorrhage
Pharmacology
- Non-systemic
- Minimal absorption
- Promotes ulcer healing
- Inhibits pepsin and bile action
Dosage
- Usual dose for adults
- Usual dose for pediatric population
- Max daily dose
- Duration of treatment
- Dosage for prophylaxis
Administration
- To be taken on empty stomach
- Avoid concomitant antacid administration
Interaction
- Reduces bioavailability of certain drugs
- Requires separate administration from other agents
- Should not be co-administered with citrate preparations
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to sucralfate
Side Effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Urticaria
- Bezoar formation
- Hyperglycemia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety not established in pregnant women
- Caution during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with renal dysfunction
- Not recommended for use in individuals on dialysis
- Periodic laboratory testing recommended for patients with renal impairment
- Contraindicated in neonates
- Effects on ability to drive and use machines
Use in Special Populations
- Not recommended for use in children under 14 years of age
- No dose adjustments necessary in elderly patients
- Use with caution in renal insufficiency patients
Overdose Effects
- Most cases remain asymptomatic
- Symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting
- Minimal risks associated with overdose
Therapeutic Class
- Chelating complex
Storage Conditions
- Store in cool and dry place
- Protected from light