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Sucralfate
Sucralfate
Adverse effects:
CNS: dizziness, drowsiness. GI: constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, gastric
discomfort, nausea. Derm: pruritus, rashes.
Contraindications:
hypersensitivity
Dosage:
Duodenal ulcer
1 g po q6hr initially; maintenance: 1 g po q12hr; take on empty stomach 1
hour before or 2 hours after meals
Stress ulcer (off-label)
Prophylaxis: 1 g po q6hr for 4-8 weeks
Take on empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals