Ucrafate 1000 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 6.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 180.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 60.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sucralfate |
| Company | Unimed unihealth pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of duodenal ulcer
- Treatment of gastric ulcer
- Treatment of chronic gastritis
- Prophylaxis of gastrointestinal hemorrhage
Pharmacology
- Non-systemic drug
- Minimally absorbed from gastrointestinal tract
- Promotes healing of ulcers
- Forms protective barrier at ulcer site
- Inhibits action of pepsin and bile
Dosage
- Usual dose for adults: 2 gm twice daily
- Maximum daily dose for adults: 8 gm
- Usual dose for prophylaxis of stress ulceration: 1 gm orally 4 to 6 times a day
- Pediatric population: Safety and efficacy not established
Administration
- Take on an empty stomach
- Do not administer antacids within 30 minutes
Interaction
- May reduce bioavailability of certain drugs
- Interacts with Fluoroquinolones, Tetracycline, Ketoconazole, etc.
- Should not be co-administered with citrate preparations
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to sucralfate
Side Effects
- Common adverse events: headache, nausea, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, urticaria
- Episodes of hyperglycemia reported in diabetic patients
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety not established in pregnant women
- Caution advised during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Use with caution in patients with renal dysfunction
- Not recommended for individuals on dialysis
- Recommended laboratory testing for patients with renal impairment
Use in Special Populations
- Not recommended for use in children under 14 years of age
- No dose adjustments necessary for elderly patients
- Use with caution in renal insufficiency patients
- May cause dizziness or drowsiness
Overdose Effects
- Most cases remained asymptomatic
- Symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting
- Risks associated with overdose are minimal
Therapeutic Class
- Chelating complex
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool and dry place
- Protected from light