Strassenburg Pharmaceuticals.Ltd
Sucralfate (100mg)
Sucral Kid Oral Suspension is used to treat ulcers in the stomach and intestine by forming a coating over them, which acts as a physical barrier to promote healing.
Oral Suspension
Sucral Kid Oral Suspension is a medication used to treat ulcers in the stomach and intestine. It contains the active ingredient sucralfate, which forms a coating over the ulcer or raw surface, protecting it from gastric acid and other injuries, allowing it to heal. The medication is available in an oral suspension form and is taken on an empty stomach, preferably one hour before a meal.
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. Sucral Kid Oral Suspension is to be taken on an empty stomach.
Sucral Kid Oral Suspension forms a coating over the ulcer or any other raw surface, creating a physical barrier that protects the ulcer/raw surface from the gastric acid or any other injury, allowing it to heal.
Do not take antacids 30 minutes before or after taking this medication. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Sucral Kid Oral Suspension 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. Take Sucral Kid Oral Suspension on an empty stomach, preferably 1 hour before a meal.
It is advisable to avoid taking antacids within 30 minutes of taking Sucral Kid Oral Suspension since this medicine can decrease the absorption of some antacids if taken together.
Sucral Kid Oral Suspension must be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
No, it takes around one to two weeks for the medicine to heal an ulcer of the stomach or intestine. But continue taking Sucral Kid Oral Suspension for the duration as prescribed by your doctor for complete healing.
Yes, constipation is one of the common side effects of Sucral Kid Oral Suspension. Include fiber in your diet (fruits and vegetables), drink 8-10 glasses of fluids a day, and keep active. A stool softener (with a doctor's prescription) once or twice a day may prevent constipation. If you do not have a bowel movement for 2-3 days, consult your doctor.
Sucral Kid Oral Suspension is not an antibiotic/sulfa drug/ PPI (proton-pump inhibitor) or a pain-killer. It is an ulcer protective medicine
No. Sucral Kid Oral Suspension is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter.
Yes. Sucral Kid Oral Suspension is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Yes. Sucral Kid Oral Suspension is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Yes. Sucral Kid Oral Suspension can be taken with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen and Pepto if prescribed by your doctor
Sucral Kid Oral Suspension does not cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia or heartburn. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
No. Sucral Kid Oral Suspension is not a narcotic drug.