Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ulfate. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ulfate is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ulfate is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE
Ulfate may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION
Ulfate should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ulfate may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ulfate in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Ulfate 1gm/5ml Suspension
Introduction
Ulfate is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of ulcers in the stomach and intestine. It forms a coating over ulcers and creates a physical barrier thereby promotes healing of ulcer. Ulfate is taken one hour before meals preferably at bedtime in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by...
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Uses of Ulfate
Intestinal ulcers
Stomach ulcers
Side effects of Ulfate
Common
Constipation
How to use Ulfate
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Ulfate is to be taken empty stomach.
How Ulfate works
Ulfate forms a coating over the ulcer or any other raw surface. This creates a physical barrier that protects the ulcer/raw surface from the gastric acid or any other injury, allowing it to heal.
What if you forget to take Ulfate?
If you miss a dose of Ulfate, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Ulfate aids in healing of ulcers in the stomach and intestine.
Take it on an empty stomach, preferably 1 hour before a meal.
Do not take antacids 30 minutes before or after taking this medication.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Ulfate can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
It may take 4-6 weeks or more for the ulcers to heal completely. Do not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you to.
Inform your doctor if you have a kidney disorder.
Brief Description
Indication
Peptic ulcer, Chronic gastritis, GI haemorrhage from stress ulceration
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take on an empty stomach 1 hr before or 2 hr after meals.
Adult Dose
Oral
Chronic gastritis; Peptic ulcer
Adult: 1 g 4 times daily or 2 g bid for 4-8 wk, may extend up to 12 wk if necessary. Maintenance dose of 1 g bid may be given to prevent the recurrence of duodenal ulcers. Max: 8 g daily.
Prophylaxis of gastrointestinal haemorrhage from stress ulceration
Adult: 1 g 6 times daily. Not to exceed 8 g daily.
Child Dose
Oral
Chronic gastritis; Peptic ulcer
Child: 1 mth-2 yr: 250 mg 4-6 times daily; 2-12 yr: 500 mg 4-6 times daily and 12-18 yr: 1 g 4-6 times daily.
Prophylaxis of gastrointestinal haemorrhage from stress ulceration
Child: 1 mth-2 yr: 250 mg 4-6 times daily;
2-12 yr: 500 mg 4-6 times daily and
12-18 yr: 1 g 4-6 times daily.
Renal Dose
Renal failure: Use with caution; aluminum salt may accumulate
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Sucralfate protects GI lining against peptic acid, pepsin and bile salts by binding with positively-charged proteins in exudates forming a viscous paste-like adhesive substance thus forming a protective coating.
Precaution
Systemic aluminum toxicity may occur in patients with chronic renal failure. Neonates, children; pregnancy and lactation.
Lactation: Probably safe because drug is minimally absorbed; unknown whether drug is excreted in breast milk
Side Effect
1-10%
Constipation (2%)
<1%
Diarrhea,Dizziness,Dry mouth,Flatulence,Headache,Indigestion,Insomnia,Nausea,Vertigo,Vomiting
Frequency Not Defined
Bezoars formation,Gastrointestinal discomfort
Interaction
Avoid antacids within 30 min of sucralfate admin. May reduce absorption of tetracyclines, ranitidine, ketoconazole, theophylline, phenytoin, cimetidine and digoxin (ensure a dosing interval of at least 2 hr between admin of sucralfate and other non-antacid medications).
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