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Sukfit 1000mg Syrup Substitute
Sukfit 1000mg Syrup Substitute
Verified Ingredients and Effects
Composition:
SUCRALFATE-1000MG
Uses:
Duodenal ulcer
Medicinal Benefits:
Sukfit 1000mg Syrup 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). Sukfit 1000mg Syrup 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. Sukfit 1000mg Syrup exhibits a cytoprotective effect and forms a viscous, adhesive barrier on the surface of the intact intestinal mucosa and the stomach. Sukfit 1000mg Syrup stimulates the synthesis and release of gastric mucosal prostaglandins, bicarbonate, and the epidermal growth factor, which promotes healing.
FAQs
Sukfit 1000mg Syrup 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.
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.
Yes, Sukfit 1000mg Syrup 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.
Do not stop taking Sukfit 1000mg Syrup without consulting your doctor. The duodenal ulcer tends to be recurrent disease. If you stop taking Sukfit 1000mg Syrup, it will not influence the frequency or severity of future ulceration.
Do not take aspirin and ibuprofen as a pain killer while you are taking Sukfit 1000mg Syrup 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.