Sufaze Suspension

Sufaze Suspension belongs to a gastrointestinal class of drugs called 'ulcer protectants' primarily used to prevent or treat peptic ulcers or gastrointestinal ulcers. A peptic ulcer is a sore on the stomach's lining or the first part of the small intestine (duodenum). Ulcer or sores of the stomach region is called gastric ulcer, while ulcer of the duodenum is known as duodenal ulcer.

Sufaze 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.

Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Sufaze Suspension based on your medical condition. Some people may experience common side effects like constipation, dizziness, sleepiness, dry mouth, blurred vision, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Sufaze Suspension do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Avoid taking any antacid like magnesium hydroxide or aluminium hydroxide within 30 minutes before or after taking Sufaze Suspension. If you are known to be allergic to Sufaze Suspension or active and inactive ingredients present on it, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Sufaze Suspension. Duodenal ulcer tends to be a recurrent disease. Try not to stop taking Sufaze Suspension of your own. Stopping a sudden intake of Sufaze Suspension will not influence the frequency or severity of future ulceration. Let your doctor know if you have any kidney problems. People with reduced kidney function may be more likely to experience side effects of aluminium accumulation with Sufaze Suspension. The dose adjustment is necessary for patients with kidney disease and elderly patients.

Sufaze 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). Sufaze 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. Sufaze Suspension exhibits a cytoprotective effect and forms a viscous, adhesive barrier on the surface of the intact intestinal mucosa and the stomach. Sufaze Suspension stimulates the synthesis and release of gastric mucosal prostaglandins, bicarbonate, and the epidermal growth factor, which promotes healing.

You should avoid taking Sufaze Suspension if you are allergic to Sufaze Suspension or other ingredients present in it, have kidney disease, stomach/intestine problems (delayed gastric emptying), are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, and are a breastfeeding mother. Caution is required before giving Sufaze Suspension to elderly patients. Sufaze Suspension contains aluminium, which is normally removed by your kidney. Therefore, older adults and people with kidney problems may be at greater risk for developing high aluminium levels while using this drug with other products containing aluminium (e.g. antacids). The safety and effectiveness in children are not established; please consult your doctor before giving Sufaze Suspension to children.

Sufaze Suspension is prescribed for acute or short-term conditions of duodenal ulcer. Do not take Sufaze Suspension for more than eight weeks. If still, your duodenal ulcer persists, stop taking Sufaze Suspension and contact a doctor. Sufaze Suspension contains aluminium, so if you are a kidney patient, let your doctor know about this before taking Sufaze Suspension.