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Treating Ulcers With Carafate
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Carafate is used in the treatment of various kinds of ulcers. Duodenal ulcers can be treated in a period of two months by taking the a liquid suspension of Carafate whereas long term treatments generally tablets are used. This medication is also used in healing esophagal problems occurring as a result of cancer therapy and to ease symptoms of discomfort after tonsilectomy.
Method to take the drug Carafate
For effective results this medication should be taken on an empty stomach or with the avoidance of food for at least half an hour. This drug should be taken only as prescribed by the doctor. In case you forget to take a dose, it should be taken as soon as you remember. However, two doses should never be taken together.
The drug should be kept away from excess heat or cold temperature. Instead it should be kept at room temperature.
Recommended dosage of the drug
Generally this drug is taken by adults four times a day. Each dose consists of a tablet weighing 1000 mg. Even if the ulcer heals, this medication should be continued unless advised otherwise by your doctor.
Overdosage of Carafate
Indigestion, vomiting, abdominal pain, and nausea are some of the symptoms of overdose. In the case case of overdose call your doctor immediately.
Availability of the drug
The drug can be easily purchased online, through e-mail, by telephone, or via fax. It is advisable that it should be purchased from an authentic site as there are various sites that sell fake drugs. Discounts are available for bulk quantity purchases.
Side effects of the drug
Constipation is the most commonly occurring side effect. Also, intensity of side effects may vary. There is no limitation on the duration of usage of Carafate. Notify your doctor if other side effects other than constipation occur.
There is a possibility that you may be taking other medicines which may contain substances that can react with this medication. Commonly reacting substances are:
1 Antacids like Maalox and Mylanta
2 Ranitidine
3 Cimetidine
4 Phenytoin
5 Quinidine
6 Bentyl
7 Levothyroxine
8 Coumadin
9 Tetracycline
Moreover, people who are on dialysis, pregnant women, breast feeding women, and those who have kidney problems should take the drug only on the recommendation of a doctor. It is not recommended for children to take Carafate.
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