Sucral O Suspension is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Other than this, Sucral O Suspension has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sucral O Suspension. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Sucral O Suspension are Constipation. While these are the most often observed Sucral O Suspension side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Sucral O Suspension are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Sucral O Suspension is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Sucral O Suspension related warnings talks about Sucral O Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes must refrain from the use of Sucral O Suspension since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Sucral O Suspension are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Sucral O Suspension have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Sucral O Suspension, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Sucral O Suspension is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sucral O Suspension is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Sucral O Suspension safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Sucral on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Sucral O Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Sucral for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Sucral O Suspension on the Kidneys?
Sucral rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sucral O Suspension on the Liver?
Sucral does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Sucral O Suspension on the Heart?
You can take Sucral without any fear of damage to the heart.
Sucral O Suspension should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sucral O Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sucral O Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Sucral O Suspension is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Sucral O Suspension you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Sucral O Suspension is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Sucral O Suspension for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sucral O Suspension
It is safe to take Sucral O Suspension with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sucral O Suspension
Information about the interaction of Sucral O Suspension and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Sucral does not cause high blood pressure. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
No, Sucral does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
No, Sucral should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing this drug on your own might worsen your current medical condition. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Sucral does not contain sulfa. It contains sucralfate which is used in the treatment of duodenal ulcer.
Yes, Sucral can be taken along with omeprazole at the same time. Omeprazole does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Sucral. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, you are advised to take omeprazole 30 minutes before taking Sucral.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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