Carafate (Sucralfate) Tablet
Generic
Sucralfate (Generic Equivalent to Carafate)
Sucralfate (Generic Equivalent to Carafate)
Sucralfate (Generic Equivalent to Carafate)
Sucralfate (Generic Equivalent to Carafate)
Carafate Tablet is used in the treatment of ulcers in the stomach and intestine. It promotes the healing of ulcers by forming a coating over them which acts as a physical barrier.
Carafate Tablet is taken one hour before meals preferably at bedtime in the dose and duration 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.
The most common side effect of this medicine is constipation. Take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine to prevent this. Dizziness and sleepiness may occasionally occur, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Before taking Carafate Tablet inform the doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Do not take antacids within two hours of taking this medicine.
Uses Of Carafate Tablet
- Treatment of Intestinal ulcers
- Treatment of Stomach ulcers
Benefits Of Carafate Tablet
In Treatment Of Intestinal Ulcers
Intestinal ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the intestine. Carafate Tablet is used to treat intestinal ulcers. Carafate Tablet works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes, preventing further damage to the ulcer, and heals naturally. Carafate Tablet also reduces pain and bleeding associated with intestinal ulcers. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking Carafate Tablet as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.
In Treatment Of Stomach Ulcers
Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach. Carafate Tablet is used to treat stomach ulcers. Carafate Tablet covers the damaged ulcer tissue in the stomach and protects it against stomach acid or further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly. $also gives relief from pain and discomfort in the stomach associated with stomach ulcers. You need to keep taking the medicine as it is prescribed for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.
Side Effects Of Carafate Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.
Common Side Effects Of Carafate
- Constipation
How To Use Carafate Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Carafate Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Carafate Tablet Works
Carafate Tablet 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.
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