Gastalfet 500500mg
Tablet
Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | CAUTION Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Gastalfet 500. Please consult your doctor. |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Gastalfet 500 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however,... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Gastalfet 500 is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the bab... View More |
| Driving | UNSAFE Gastalfet 500 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | CAUTION Gastalfet 500 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gastalfet 500 may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR There is limited information available on the use of Gastalfet 500 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. |
Introduction
Gastalfet 500 is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of ulcers in the stomach and intestine. It forms a coating over ulcers and creates a phys... View More
Uses of Gastalfet 500
- Intestinal ulcers
- Stomach ulcers
Side effects of Gastalfet 500
- Constipation
How to use Gastalfet 500
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and ta... View More
How Gastalfet 500 works
Gastalfet 500 forms a coating over the ulcer or any other raw surface. This creates a physical barrier that protects the ulcer/raw surface from the gast... View More
What if you forget to take Gastalfet 500?
If you miss a dose of Gastalfet 500, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to ... View More
- Gastalfet 500 aids in healing of ulcers in the stomach and intestine.
- Take it on an empty stomach, preferably 1 hour before a meal.
- Do not take antacids 30 minutes before or after taking this medication.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Gastalfet 500 can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- It may take 4-6 weeks or more for the ulcers to heal completely. Do not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you to.
- Inform your doctor if you have a kidney disorder.
Indication
Peptic ulcer, Chronic gastritis, GI haemorrhage from stress ulceration
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take on an empty stomach 1 hr before or 2 hr after meals.
Adult Dose
Oral Chronic gastritis; Peptic ulcer Adult: 1 g 4 times daily or 2 g bid for 4-8 wk, may extend up to 12 wk if necessary. Maintenance dose of 1 g bid ... View More
Child Dose
Oral Chronic gastritis; Peptic ulcer Child: 1 mth-2 yr: 250 mg 4-6 times daily; 2-12 yr: 500 mg 4-6 times daily and 12-18 yr: 1 g 4-6 times daily. ... View More
Renal Dose
Renal failure: Use with caution; aluminum salt may accumulate
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Sucralfate protects GI lining against peptic acid, pepsin and bile salts by binding with positively-charged proteins in exudates forming a viscous paste... View More
Precaution
Systemic aluminum toxicity may occur in patients with chronic renal failure. Neonates, children; pregnancy and lactation. Lactation: Probably safe be... View More
Side Effect
1-10% Constipation (2%) <1% Diarrhea,Dizziness,Dry mouth,Flatulence,Headache,Indigestion,Insomnia,Nausea,Vertigo,Vomiting Frequency Not Defined ... View More
Interaction
Avoid antacids within 30 min of sucralfate admin. May reduce absorption of tetracyclines, ranitidine, ketoconazole, theophylline, phenytoin, cimetidine ... View More
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