Ulsanic 120Ml Suspension 1G/5ml

Requires Prescription:
❌ No
Generic Name:
Sucralfate
Strength:
1g per 5mL Suspension
Used For:
 Acidity
 Heartburn
 Gastric & Duodenal Ulcers
 Chronic Gastritis
 Reflux Esophagitis
How It Works:
Sucralfate is a complex of aluminium hydroxide and sucrose octasulfate.
 In the acidic environment of the stomach, it breaks down and forms an anionic
compound.
 This binds to the base of ulcers, forming a protective barrier against:
o Pepsin
o Bile acids
o Gastric acid diffusion
 This promotes healing and symptom relief.
Dosage:
 Active ingredient: Sucralfate
 As directed by a physician
 Typically taken before meals and at bedtime
 Best taken on an empty stomach
Side Effects:
Gastrointestinal:
 Common: Constipation
 Less Frequent: Diarrhea, nausea, dry mouth, gastric discomfort
Nervous System:
 Less Frequent: Dizziness, drowsiness
 Unknown Frequency: Vertigo
Skin:
 Skin rash, pruritus (itchiness)
Drug Interactions:
Sucralfate may interfere with the absorption of the following drugs:
 Cimetidine, Ranitidine
 Digoxin, Phenytoin
 Ketoconazole, Tetracycline, Fluoroquinolones
 Levothyroxine, Theophylline, Quinidine, Possibly Warfarin
Space dosing by at least 2 hours if co-administered.
Indications:
 Treatment of:
o Gastric ulcer
o Duodenal ulcer
o Chronic gastritis
o Reflux esophagitis
 Relief of symptoms like:
o Epigastric pain
o Hyperacidity
o Vomiting
 Maintenance therapy after healed duodenal ulcers (confirmed by endoscopy)
When Not to Use:
 Hypersensitivity to sucralfate or any component of the product
Precautions:
 Use with caution in patients with renal impairment or on dialysis
o Risk of aluminium accumulation
Warnings:
Warning 1:
 Aluminium toxicity may occur in patients with kidney disease
 Monitor levels of:
o Aluminium
o Phosphate
o Calcium
o Alkaline phosphatase
Warning 2:
 May worsen phosphate deficiency
 Aluminium binds to phosphate, reducing its absorption
Warning 3:
 Rare cases of bezoar formation (insoluble mass in the stomach)
 Use caution in:
o Critically ill patients
o Premature infants
o Those with delayed gastric emptying
o Patients on enteral feeds
Pregnancy Category:
❗ Always consult your physician before using during pregnancy or lactation.
Storage:
✔️ Yes
 Store at room temperature
 Keep away from direct light and heat
 Keep the bottle tightly closed