Carafate
Carafate (sucralfate) is an anti-ulcer medication. Unlike antacids or proton pump inhibitors which reduce stomach acid, Carafate works locally by binding to the proteins in an active ulcer, creating a physical barrier or 'bandage' that protects the damaged tissue from further irritation by stomach fluids.
Dosage by Body Weight
The typical adult dose for active duodenal ulcers is 1 gram (or 10 mL of the suspension) four times a day, taken on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before meals and at bedtime. For maintenance therapy, the dose is typically 1 gram twice a day.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routinely recommended
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed by a doctor
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients of this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not routinely recommended
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed by a doctor
- Tracking Notes
- Pediatric dosing is highly specialized, off-label, and must be strictly monitored by a pediatrician.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not routinely recommended
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed by a doctor
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure medication is administered on an empty stomach if prescribed by a specialist.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not routinely recommended
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed by a doctor
- Tracking Notes
- Dosing must be determined on an individual basis by a medical professional.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not routinely recommended
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed by a doctor
- Tracking Notes
- Mainly prescribed for adults; pediatric use requires direct physician supervision and precise dosing instructions.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routinely recommended | Use only if prescribed by a doctor | Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients of this weight range. |
| 5-7 kg | Not routinely recommended | Use only if prescribed by a doctor | Pediatric dosing is highly specialized, off-label, and must be strictly monitored by a pediatrician. |
| 8-10 kg | Not routinely recommended | Use only if prescribed by a doctor | Ensure medication is administered on an empty stomach if prescribed by a specialist. |
| 11-15 kg | Not routinely recommended | Use only if prescribed by a doctor | Dosing must be determined on an individual basis by a medical professional. |
| 16-20 kg | Not routinely recommended | Use only if prescribed by a doctor | Mainly prescribed for adults; pediatric use requires direct physician supervision and precise dosing instructions. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment and prevention of duodenal ulcers. It forms a protective coating over ulcers to shield them from stomach acid, pepsin, and bile salts, allowing them to heal.
Generic Name
SucralfateScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.