Mechanism of Action
Carafate is a throw in of medication called protectants.
Carafate is prescribed to treat active ulcers, but the medication doesn’t prevent new ulcers from forming.
Dosage
Your healthcare provider can prescribe Carafate in a pill or liquid form.
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The liquid form is sometimes referred to asCarafate suspension.
It may take many weeks (up to eight) for the ulcers to heal.
The most common side effect is constipation, which occurs in about2 percent of patients.
Other side effects include:
Serious side effects are rare but possible.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
A Word From Verywell
Carafate is a safe and effective prescription medication used to treat duodenal ulcers.
Carafate make take many weeks (up to eight) to help duodenal ulcers heal.
Frequently Asked Questions
The most common side effect of Carafate (also called sucralfate) is constipation.
If any of these serious side effects occur, seek emergency care right away.
Yes, both Carafate and sucralfate have been used to treat and preventgastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
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