Sucrazen Suspension: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Sucrazen Information

Sucrazen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream, Suspension. Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Sucrazen have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Sucrazen depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Sucrazen are Constipation. Some other side effects of Sucrazen have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Sucrazen go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Sucrazen's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Sucrazen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Sucrazen related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes must refrain from the use of Sucrazen since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Sucrazen contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Sucrazen may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

Sucrazen Benefits & Uses
Sucrazen Dosage & How to Take
Sucrazen Side Effects
Sucrazen Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Sucrazen with Other Drugs
Sucrazen Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Sucrazen
Sucrazen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Sucrazen Benefits & Uses

Sucrazen 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)

Sucrazen 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

Sucrazen Related Warnings

Is the use of Sucrazen safe for pregnant women?

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

Unknown
Is the use of Sucrazen safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Sucrazen on the Kidneys?

Sucrazen rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Sucrazen on the Liver?

Sucrazen is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Sucrazen on the Heart?

Sucrazen is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Sucrazen with Other Drugs

Sucrazen 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

Sucrazen Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Hypophosphatasia

Frequently asked Questions about Sucrazen

Is this Sucrazen habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Sucrazen has not been reported.

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

After taking Sucrazen you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Sucrazen only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Sucrazen in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Sucrazen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sucrazen

It is safe to take Sucrazen with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sucrazen

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Sucrazen with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Sucrazen

Question over 5 years ago

How does Sucrazen work?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Sucrazen 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Sucrazen cause weight gain?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

No, Sucrazen does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Sucrazen treat GERD?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sucrazen might be helpful in treating GERD. It helps in GERD by forming a protective layer on the wall of the gastrointestinal tract as well esophagus that protects the symptoms of GERD such as heartburn and acidity.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Sucrazen cause black stools?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, Sucrazen does not case black stools. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing black stools after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Sucrazen without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Sucrazen 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.