Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free is used in the treatment of ulcers in the stomach and intestine. It promotes the healing of ulcers by forming a coating over them which acts as a physical barrier.

Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free is taken one hour before meals preferably at bedtime in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.

The most common side effect of this medicine is constipation. Take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine to prevent this. Dizziness and sleepiness may occasionally occur, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Before taking Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free inform the doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Do not take antacids within two hours of taking this medicine.

Uses of Sucrafil Oral Suspension

Treatment of Intestinal ulcers
Treatment of Stomach ulcers

Benefits of Sucrafil Oral Suspension

In Treatment of Intestinal ulcers

Intestinal ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the intestine. Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free is used to treat intestinal ulcers. Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes, preventing further damage to the ulcer, and heals naturally. Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free also reduces pain and bleeding associated with intestinal ulcers. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

In Treatment of Stomach ulcers

Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach. Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free is used to treat stomach ulcers. Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free covers the damaged ulcer tissue in the stomach and protects it against stomach acid or further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly. $also gives relief from pain and discomfort in the stomach associated with stomach ulcers. You need to keep taking the medicine as it is prescribed for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

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Side effects of Sucrafil Oral Suspension

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Sucrafil

Constipation

How to use Sucrafil Oral Suspension

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. Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free is to be taken empty stomach.

How Sucrafil Oral Suspension works

Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free forms a coating over the ulcer or any other raw surface. This creates a physical barrier that protects the ulcer/raw surface from the gastric acid or any other injury, allowing it to heal.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Sucrafil Oral Suspension?

If you miss a dose of Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free aids in healing of ulcers in the stomach and intestine.
Take it on an empty stomach, preferably 1 hour before a meal.
Do not take antacids 30 minutes before or after taking this medication.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Disaccharide Sulfates

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Anti-Ulcerants

Interaction with drugs

Taking Sucrafil with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Amisulpride

Brand(s): Stozen, Sulpigold, Amisulide

Serious

Clotrimazole

Brand(s): Clowil, Odis, Kamestin

Serious

Demeclocycline

Brand(s): Ledermycin

Serious

Doxycycline

Brand(s): Bindox

Serious

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Patient concerns

Mouth ulcers Mouth ulcers

Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan

ENT

It can be vitamin deficiency, lichen planus, traumatic ulcer. Consult a ENT specialist to check throat

Heartburn Mental disorder Depression Frequent persistent heartburn Gastroesophageal reflux disease Irritable bowel syndrome Indigestion Back flow of acid from stomach Difficulty in swallowing Inflammation of esophagus Excess acid secretion by stomach Intestinal or stomach ulcers

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

You need to be examined in clinic to reach a diagnosis and then appropriate medicine can be prescribed

User feedback

Patients taking Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free

Twice A Day

100%

What are you using Sucrafil Oral Suspension for?

Stomach ulcer*

49%

Others

26%

Intestinal ul*

25%

*Stomach ulcers, Intestinal ulcers

How much was the improvement?

Average

45%

Poor

27%

Excellent

27%

What were the side-effects while using Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free?

Constipation

53%

No Side Effec*

47%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Sucrafil Oral Suspension?

Empty stomach

35%

With or witho*

35%

With food

29%

*With or without food

Please rate Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free on price

Average

54%

Not Expensive

25%

Expensive

21%

FAQs

Q. Is Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free an antibiotic/sulfa drug/pain-killer/PPI?

Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free is not an antibiotic/sulfa drug/ PPI (proton-pump inhibitor) or a pain-killer. It is an ulcer protective medicine

Q. Is Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free available or sold over the counter?

No. Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter

Q. Is Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free gluten free?

Yes. Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Q. Is Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free safe?

Yes. Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor

Q. Can I take Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen/Pepto?

Yes. Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free can be taken with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen and Pepto if prescribed by your doctor

Q. Does Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia/ heartburn?

Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free does not cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia or heartburn. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor

Q. Is Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free a narcotic drug?

No. Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free is not a narcotic drug.

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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: September, 2024

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