Ulrif 1 gm/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
200 ml bottle: ৳ 400.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sucralfate |
| Company | Square pharmaceuticals plc |
Indications
- Duodenal ulcer
- Gastric ulcer
- Chronic gastritis
- Prophylaxis of gastrointestinal hemorrhage
Pharmacology
- Non-systemic drug
- Minimally absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract
- Promotes healing of ulcers by forming a protective barrier
Dosage
- Usual doses for adults
- Maximum daily dose
- Safety and efficacy in pediatric population
- Dosage for elderly patients
Administration
Take on an empty stomach, avoid concomitant administration with antacids
Interaction
- Reduction of bioavailability of certain drugs
- Restoration of bioavailability by separating administration
- Non-systemic interaction in the gastrointestinal tract
- Not to be co-administered with citrate preparations
Contraindications
Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to sucralfate
Side Effects
- Common adverse events
- Episodes of hyperglycemia reported in diabetic patients
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety not established in pregnant women
- Caution in breastfeeding women
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with renal dysfunction
- Not recommended for use in individuals on dialysis
- Aluminium absorption possibility in renal dysfunction
- Bezoar formation in severely ill patients
- Laboratory testing recommended for patients with impairment of renal function
Use in Special Populations
- Not recommended for use in children under 14 years of age
- No dose adjustments necessary in elderly patients
- Caution in renal insufficiency patients
- Effects on ability to drive and use machines
Overdose Effects
Most cases remain asymptomatic, minimal risks associated with overdose
Therapeutic Class
Chelating complex
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light