Macralfate Suspension Sugar Free

Description

Macralfate 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. Macralfate 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 Macralfate 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.

Introduction

In Treatment of Intestinal ulcers Intestinal ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the intestine. Macralfate Suspension Sugar Free is used to treat intestinal ulcers. Macralfate Suspension Sugar Free works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes, preventing further damage to the ulcer, and heals naturally. Macralfate 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 Macralfate 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. Macralfate Suspension Sugar Free is used to treat stomach ulcers. Macralfate 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.

Benefits

Macralfate 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.

How to use

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

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : CAUTION - Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Macralfate Suspension Sugar Free. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Macralfate 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 - Macralfate 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 - Macralfate 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 - Macralfate Suspension Sugar Free should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Macralfate Suspension Sugar Free may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Macralfate Suspension Sugar Free in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.