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

Sucrazen Suspension Information

Sucrazen Suspension, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Sucrazen Suspension also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sucrazen Suspension. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Sucrazen Suspension include Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sucrazen Suspension can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sucrazen Suspension 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.

Sucrazen Suspension's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Sucrazen Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes must refrain from the use of Sucrazen Suspension since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Sucrazen Suspension have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Sucrazen Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sucrazen Suspension is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Sucrazen Suspension Benefits & Uses

Sucrazen Suspension 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 Suspension 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 Suspension Related Warnings

Is the use of Sucrazen Suspension 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 Suspension 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 Suspension on the Kidneys?

Sucrazen rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Sucrazen Suspension on the Liver?

Sucrazen is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Sucrazen Suspension on the Heart?

Sucrazen is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Sucrazen Suspension Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Hypophosphatasia

Frequently asked Questions about Sucrazen Suspension

Is this Sucrazen Suspension habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Sucrazen Suspension has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Sucrazen Suspension 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 Suspension in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Sucrazen Suspension Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sucrazen Suspension

It is safe to take Sucrazen Suspension with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sucrazen Suspension

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Sucrazen Suspension

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.