Kralix Dosage & Drug Information

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Contents

Sucralfate

Indications/Uses

Short-term therapy for duodenal ulcers (8 wk).

Dosage/Direction for Use

2 tsp (10 mL) 4 times daily.

Administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take 1 hr before meals & at bedtime.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity.

Special Precautions

Antacid may be given in ½ hr interval. Patient w/ renal failure & dialysis. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn.

Adverse Reactions

Constipation, dry mouth. Nausea, vomitting, flatulence, pruritus.

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Drug Interactions

Decreased absorption & bioavailability of cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, ketoconazole, digoxin, phenytoin, ranitidine, tetracycline & theophylline.

MIMS Class

Antacids, Antireflux Agents & Antiulcerants

ATC Classification

A02BX02 - sucralfate ; Belongs to the class of other drugs used in the treatment of peptic ulcer and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Kralix susp 500 mg/5 mL

Packing/Price

60 mL x 1's

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