Rugakool Information
Rugakool is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Rugakool depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Rugakool Benefits & Uses
Rugakool 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)
- Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Rugakool 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 |
Rugakool Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rugakool 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)
- Rash
Unknown
- Loss of appetite
Rugakool Related Warnings
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Is the use of Rugakool safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Rugakool on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Unknown -
Is the use of Rugakool safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Rugakool in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Rugakool on the Kidneys?
Rugakool is completely safe for kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Rugakool on the Liver?
Using Rugakool does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Rugakool on the Heart?
Rugakool is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Rugakool with Other Drugs
Rugakool should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Rugakool Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rugakool unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Diabetes
- Kidney Disease
- Hypophosphatasia
- Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Rugakool
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Is this Rugakool habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Rugakool is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Rugakool will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Rugakool only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rugakool cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Rugakool Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Rugakool
Taking Rugakool with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Rugakool
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Rugakool and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Rugakool
Question over 6 years ago
Can Rugakool help with IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome)?
Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Rugakool might help with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) but there is insufficient scientific data available for its use in IBS. Since it is a prescription drug you are advised to not take it by yourself.
Question about 6 years ago
Can I take Rugakool with omeprazole?
Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Rugakool can be taken along with omeprazole at the same time. Omeprazole does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Rugakool. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, you are advised to take omeprazole 30 minutes before taking Rugakool.
Question about 7 years ago
What is Rugakool?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology
Rugakool 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.
Question about 7 years ago
How to take Rugakool?
Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine
Take Rugakool 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. Rugakool should be taken empty stomach,1 hour before a meal or 2 hours after the meal so that it can form a protective coating in the gastrointestinal lining. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper kidney function.
Question about 7 years ago
How does Rugakool work?
Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician
Rugakool contains sucralfate that works by forming a protective coating in the gastrointestinal lining that protects it against stomach acid, pepsin, and bile acid salts which allows the ulcer to heal.
See all substitutes for Rugakool
- Sucrafil O Gel Sugar Free 200ml - ₹265
- Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free 200ml - ₹165
- Sucral Suspension - ₹174
- Sucralrose Suspension - ₹211
- Gistress Tablet - ₹22
- SUCRAL MU OINTMENT 5GM - ₹80
- Sf Tablet (10) - ₹25
- SUCRAL-O SUSPENSION 200ML - ₹165
- Sucrafil Suspension Sugar Free 450ml - ₹259
- SUCRAL ANO CREAM 20GM - ₹84
- Sucrawall Suspension - ₹150
- Mac S Suspension - ₹80
- Acefate Syrup - ₹136
- Sucrafil Tablet (10) - ₹26
- Sucracid Syrup - ₹184
- Sufrate O Suspension - ₹260
- Sft O Oral Suspension - ₹142
- Sparacid DS Suspension - ₹54
- Acicrol Oral Gel - ₹66
- SKF Suspension - ₹140
This medicine data has been created by -
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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
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
