CARAFATE (Sucralfate)

Carafate Information

Carafate is a drug normally prescribed to patients suffering from an ulcer (its actions protect the stomach from enzyme, acid and bile salts). It is also commonly known as Sulcrafate.

Carafate Indication

Carafate is usually prescribed to people suffering from ulcers (it treats and helps prevent ulcer). But Sulcrafate can also serve other purposes which have not been stated here.

Carafate Warning

There are situations where starting a treatment with Carafate is not advisable. For example, if you are suffering from kidney disorders, you should tell this to your doctor before starting a treatment with Carafate. In this case, your physician might lower the regular dose of the drug that you should take or he might want to monitor the way in which your body responds to the treatment. Carafate is a Category B FDA Pregnancy drug, therefore it should not cause any harm to an unborn child if the pregnant mother is following a treatment with this drug. However, it is not recommended for a woman who is pregnant, or is planning to be so soon, to start a treatment with this drug without first discussing it with her personal doctor. It has not been clearly established whether Sulcrafate can pass into breast milk, therefore, if you are nursing an infant, you should not start a treatment with this drug on your own, without first discussing it with your doctor. 

Carafate Intake Guidelines

If you are following a treatment with Carafate, you should take it exactly how your doctor has told you to. If you have any further questions regarding the treatment, you should consult a doctor, a pharmacist or a nurse. The intake of this drug should be accompanied by a glass of water. This type of drug is usually taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after one of the main meals of the day. If you are following a treatment with one of the liquid types of Carafate you should shake it before you measure the dose. In order to measure your dose correctly you should use a dose-measuring cup or spoon. This type of measuring instruments can be purchased at one of your local pharmacies. Do not stop your treatment with Carafate without your doctor’s consent even if you start to feel better.

Carafate Dosage

It is best that you acquire the dosage of Carafate that suits you best from your personal doctor, as it depends on a wide range of factors (it can differ from one person to another). Do not change this dosage unless you are instructed by your doctor to.

Carafate Overdose

An overdose with this drug is not deadly. However, it is best that you contact an emergency medical room or one of your local poison control centers if you suspect an overdose with Carafate. There are no known symptoms of an overdose with this drug.  

Carafate Missed Dose

It is recommended that the patient should not miss any of his Carafate doses. If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as possible, provided that it is not about time for the next Carafate dose. You must not take a double dose of Carafate unless you were told to do so by your personal doctor. 

Carafate Side Effects

Carafate can lead to some of the next serious allergic reactions and side effects:

• Difficulty while breathing
• Throat closing
• Swelling of the tongue, face or lips
• Hives

If you are experiencing any of these side effects you should stop your treatment with Carafate and seek medical attention immediately. There are other side effects of the drug (more common and less serious) like upset stomach, nausea, dizziness, constipation, sleepiness. If you are suffering from any of these side effects there is no need for you to stop your treatment with Carafate but you should inform your doctor as soon as possible. There are other side effects of this drug that might occur and that have not been mentioned here. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing anything disturbing during your treatment with Carafate.

Carafate Drug Reactions

Carafate can interact with other drugs that are found in pharmacies. In order to prevent this, it is advisable that you stop taking any other drug besides Carafate for 2 hours before you dose of this drug. Some medicines (like Antacid) reduce Carafate’s effectiveness. If you have to take Antacid, you should take it half an hour before or after you Carafate dose. Some Over-the-counter medicines like vitamins, minerals and some herbal products can also interact with this drug. You should inform your doctor of any other drugs that you are taking during your treatment with Carafate.

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