Sucralfate: how to take it safely
Antepsin, Carafate
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Heals stomach and duodenal ulcers by forming a protective layer.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Swallow with water on an empty stomach.
When to take it
Take it 2 to 4 times a day, about 1 hour before meals and at bedtime.
Take it with
On an empty stomach, 1 hour before meals.
What to avoid
- Taking other medicines within 2 hours of your dose.
- Antacids within 30 minutes.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems.
Possible side effects
Constipation, dry mouth, nausea.
Get help if
Black stools, vomiting blood or severe stomach pain: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.