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Sucracoat Ot is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Other than this, Sucracoat Ot has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sucracoat Ot. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Sucracoat Ot are Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sucracoat Ot as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Sucracoat Ot normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Sucracoat Ot's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Sucracoat Ot has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Sucracoat Ot related warnings section.
Sucracoat Ot is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sucracoat Ot contraindications section.
Besides this, Sucracoat Ot may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Sucracoat Ot is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Sucracoat Ot 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 Sucracoat Ot is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Sucracoat Ot safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Sucracoat Ot during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Sucracoat Ot safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Sucracoat Ot in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Sucracoat Ot is unavailable.
What is the effect of Sucracoat Ot on the Kidneys?
Sucracoat Ot rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sucracoat Ot on the Liver?
Sucracoat Ot is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Sucracoat Ot on the Heart?
Sucracoat Ot is not harmful for the heart.
Sucracoat Ot 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 Sucracoat Ot unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sucracoat Ot habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Sucracoat Ot.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Sucracoat Ot as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Sucracoat Ot should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Sucracoat Ot is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sucracoat Ot
It is safe to take Sucracoat Ot with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sucracoat Ot
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Sucracoat Ot with alcohol will be.
No, Sucracoat Ot 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.
Sucracoat Ot is a brand name of sucralfate and it is available in the form of tablet, syrup, and suspension. It is a prescription drug which is used for the treatment of duodenal ulcer. It is also used off-label to prevent stress ulcer.
No, Sucracoat Ot is not an antacid. It contains sucralfate which works by forming a protective coating in the gastrointestinal lining and provide relief from acidity and other stomach related issues.
Yes, Sucracoat Ot might cause drowsiness. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised to not drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.
Yes, you can take Sucracoat Ot with ranitidine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, you are advised to take ranitidine 30 minutes before taking Sucracoat Ot.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carafate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 656-657
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1154-1155