Macralfate Information
Macralfate Benefits & Uses
Macralfate is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Mouth Ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
- GERD
- Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Macralfate Dosage & How to Take
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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Macralfate Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Macralfate is used -
Moderate
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Mild
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- Urticaria
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट की गैस
- Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
- Drowsiness
- Dry Mouth
- Vertigo
Common
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Macralfate Related Warnings
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Is the use of Macralfate safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Macralfate on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Unknown -
Is the use of Macralfate safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Macralfate on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Macralfate will cause side effects or not.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Macralfate on the Kidneys?
Macralfate has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Macralfate on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Macralfate on the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Macralfate on the Heart?
Using Macralfate does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Macralfate with Other Drugs
Macralfate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Macralfate Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Macralfate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Diabetes
- Kidney Disease
- Hypophosphatasia
Frequently asked Questions about Macralfate
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Is this Macralfate habit forming or addictive?
Macralfate does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Macralfate. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Macralfate is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Macralfate for mental disorders.
No
Macralfate Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Macralfate
You can take Macralfate with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Macralfate
Information about the interaction of Macralfate and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
