Sulafate 1 gm/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
200 ml bottle: ৳ 400.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sucralfate |
| Company | One pharma ltd |
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, inhibits pepsin and bile
Dosage
- Usual dose for adults: 2 gm twice daily or 1 gm four times a day
- Pediatric population: Safety and efficacy not established
- Elderly: No special dosage requirements
Administration
Take on empty stomach, avoid antacids within 30 minutes
Interaction
- Reduces bioavailability of certain drugs
- Should not be co-administered with citrate preparations
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to sucralfate
Side Effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Urticaria
- Episodes of hyperglycemia in diabetic patients
Pregnancy & Lactation
Safety not established in pregnant women, caution in breastfeeding women
Precautions & Warnings
- Use with caution in patients with renal dysfunction
- Not recommended for individuals on dialysis
- Monitor aluminium, phosphate, calcium, and alkaline phosphatase levels in patients with renal impairment
Use in Special Populations
- Not recommended for use in children under 14 years of age
- No dose adjustments needed for elderly patients
- Use with caution in renal insufficiency patients
- May cause dizziness or drowsiness
Overdose Effects
Most cases remain asymptomatic, few cases report abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting
Therapeutic Class
Chelating complex
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light