Macralfate: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Macralfate Benefits & Uses

Macralfate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Peptic Ulcer

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	Disease: Mouth ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: swish and spit or swish and swallow as per doctor guidance
Geriatric	Disease: Mouth ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: swish and spit or swish and swallow as per doctor guidance
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Mouth ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: swish and spit or swish and swallow as per doctor guidance
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Mouth ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: swish and spit or swish and swallow as per doctor guidance

Macralfate Related Warnings

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

Calcium

Moderate

Amoxicillin

Clarithromycin

Digoxin

Abacavir

Mild

Lansoprazole

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

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Macralfate

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Macralfate with ranitidine?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Macralfate with ranitidine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, you are advised to take ranitidine 30 minutes before taking Macralfate.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Macralfate treat gastritis?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Macralfate can treat gastritis. It is used in the treatment of gastritis because it forms a protective layer in the gastrointestinal lining which helps in providing relief from gastric inflammation.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Macralfate on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

No, Macralfate 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Macralfate cause gas?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Macralfate might cause gas (flatulence). It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind gas is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive gas trouble after taking this drug then you are advised to take an antiflatulent drug such as simethicone.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Macralfate without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Macralfate is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.