sucralfate(Carafate)
GI mucosal protectant (sucrose-aluminum complex)
Pronunciation
/ˈsuːkrəlfeɪt/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- sucralfate
- Brand names
- Carafate
- Therapeutic class
- GI mucosal protectant (sucrose-aluminum complex)
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- Take on EMPTY STOMACH 1 hour before meals and at bedtime.
- Separate from other oral medications by at least 2 hours (many interactions).
- Avoid antacids within 30 min of sucralfate.
- Adequate hydration; expect constipation.
- Caution in renal failure (aluminum content).
Sources
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