Raf

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  • Manufactured by: Zest Pharma
  • Contains / Salt: Sucralfate (50 mg)

Raf Information

Raf is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. The alternative uses of Raf have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Raf. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Raf include Constipation. While these are the most often observed Raf side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Raf are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Raf's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Raf related warnings talks about Raf's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes must refrain from the use of Raf since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Raf contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Raf with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Raf, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.


Raf Benefits & Uses

Raf is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Raf 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:
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: 8 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: 8 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Raf Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Raf is used -

Moderate

Mild

Common

Raf Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Raf safe for pregnant women?


    It is not known what effect Raf will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Raf safe during breastfeeding?


    Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Raf for breastfeeding women are not known.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Raf on the Kidneys?


    Raf has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Raf on the Liver?


    Using Raf does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Raf on the Heart?


    Using Raf does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Raf with Other Drugs

Raf should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild


Raf Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Raf unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Raf

  • Is this Raf habit forming or addictive?


    Raf is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Raf can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Raf only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Raf is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Raf Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Raf


    You can take Raf with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Raf


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Raf.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

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