Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension is a class of an anti-ulcer drugs prescribed for treating or preventing the return of duodenal ulcers (ulcers located in the first part of the small intestines). Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension works by forming a protective barrier or coat over the ulcer to pepsin and bile and inhibits the diffusion of gastric acid. This protects the ulcer from the stomach's acid, allowing it to heal. Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension exhibits a cytoprotective effect and forms a viscous, adhesive barrier on the surface of the intact intestinal mucosa and the stomach. Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension stimulates the synthesis and release of gastric mucosal prostaglandins, bicarbonate, and the epidermal growth factor, which promotes healing.

FAQs

How does Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension work?

Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension contains 'Sucralfate', which works by forming a protective barrier or coat over the ulcer so that digestive enzymes, acid and bile salts cannot further irritate the lining of the stomach and duodenum. This protects the ulcer from the stomach's acid, allowing it to heal.

What will happen if I miss a dose of Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension ?

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Can Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension cause constipation?

Yes, Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension can cause constipation. Eat a proper well-balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid to avoid it. Prefer food enriched with fibres and salads in your daily diet to cope with constipation.

Can I stop using Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension on my own?

Do not stop taking Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension without consulting your doctor. The duodenal ulcer tends to be recurrent disease. If you stop taking Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension , it will not influence the frequency or severity of future ulceration.

What are you not supposed to take with Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension ?

Do not take aspirin and ibuprofen as a pain killer while you are taking Ricafate Sugar Free Oral Suspension unless your doctor says it to take. These pain killers increase the secretion of stomach acid and exaggerate gastrointestinal bleeding. Besides this, avoid acid-containing food/drinks, coffee, tea, carbonated drinks and vegetables like lemon, tomato etc.