Crafilm (250/100mg) 32 Tablets

This medication is used for acidity and heartburn. Sucralfate is a sucrose sulfate-aluminum complex with anti-inflammatory properties. It binds to the ulcer, preventing direct contact of hydrochloric acid (HCl) with the inner mucosa. It also promotes the synthesis of bicarbonate, which functions as an acid buffer. By neutralizing HCl, calcium carbonate acts as an antacid to prevent hyperacidity.

Gastric Mucosal Protectant

This medicine can help patients dealing with:

• Gastric and Duodenal Ulers
• Gastritis Duodenitis (inflammation of the stoamch and duodenal lining)
• Gastric erosion and bile reflux
• Heartburn
• Hyperacidity
• Blaoting & belching & Dyspepsia

Follow these dosage instructions:

• Take as per doctor's Prescription.
• The tablet is usually recommended 1 hour before having the meal or 2 hours after having the meal.
• In case you are taking other medication as well, wait for 2 hour before taking sucralfate.
• Do not take antacids after taking the sucralfate.

Sucralfate usually doesn't have any intense overdosage symtpoms. However, seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. Look out for sucralfate overdosage symptoms like:

If you miss a dose, make sure to take it as soon as possible the same day. If you don't remember missing the dose, don't double it. Consult your doctor on how to adjust the missing doses.

Take the tablet orally with water once daily as prescribed by the doctor. It is also advised to take the medicine with food to avoid the stomach trouble. Drink a lot of water.

There are no specific indications on when not to use this medication. Consult with your doctor and discuss if you have a serious kidney disease or any life-threatenign condition. This medicine is also not advised if you have a hypersensitivity to sucralfate.

Common side effects include:

• Constipation
• Diarrhoea
• Dry Mouth
• Rashes
• Gastrointestinal Upset

You should practice these cautions before taking the medication:

• Please avoid driving while taking this medication. Only drive if you are really confident.
• If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using the medication.
• If you are a lactating mother, consult your doctor before using the medication.
• If you have severe kidney impairement, consult your doctor before using the medication.

This medication may interact with drugs like:

• Antacid
• Cimetidine
• Digoxin
• Ketoconazole
• Phenytoin
• Quinidine
• Ranitidine
• Some antibiotics like ciprofloxacin, norfloxacin, and ofloxacin
• Theophylline
• Thyroid hormones
• Warfarin

There aren't any notable foods that need to be avoided when taking this medication. On the other hand, it is best to stay away from spicy food while you have an ulcer.

Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Keep away from children.

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If you experience any of the side effects for a long period of time, consult your doctor immediately.