Sucralfate

What Are The Uses Of Sucralfate?

Sucralfate is used for treating and preventing:

• Duodenal ulcers (ulcers in upper part of small intestine)
• GERD and stress ulcers

It forms a coating on ulcer, thus enabling it heal faster.

What Are The Side Effects Of Sucralfate?

Some of the common side-effects include:

• Constipation
• Less common side effects are:
• Flatulence
• Headache
• Dry mouth

What Are The Contraindications Of Sucralfate?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Kidney problems
• Intestine/ stomach problems like delayed gastric emptying
• Tube feeding
• Use of a breathing tube
• Swallowing problems