Sucralfate

Uses of Sucralfate

Sucralfate is commonly used to treat Acidity, Functional Dyspepsia, Heartburn, Intestinal Ulcers and Stomach Ulcers.

How Sucralfate Works

Sucralfate is able to form a complex that binds to protein-rich exudate found on the surface of gut ulcers to prevent blood clot lysis by stomach acid and increase the prostaglandins at gut lining to promote healing of gut ulcers.

Side Effects of Sucralfate

Headache, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Insomnia, Vertigo, Constipation/Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Flatulence, Dry mouth, Back pain, Skin rash

Warnings

Kidney Use With Care

Caution use has to be practised in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol Not Advisable

There is no known interaction between alcohol and Sucralfate when used concomitantly. However, it is not advisable to consume alcohol when receiving treatment for gut ulcers.

Pregnancy Maybe Safe

Animal studies have not shown any reproductive toxicities but there are limited data on human studies. Thus, it is not advisable to be used unless clearly indicated. Please consult your doctor.

Driving Generally Safe

Sucralfate usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Liver Limited Data

Sucralfate is safe to be used in patients with liver impairment.

Lactation Limited Data

Excretion of Sucralfate is not known in human breast milk. Thus, it is advisable to be used cautiously during breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Written by , MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).