Sucralfate User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Teri
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 28, 2020

For GERD "So. I just started sucralfate yesterday I noticed stomach upset, butterfly feeling. Today I was ok dissolved pill in 3 oz water and drank 3 more ounces of water. I noticed a lump feeling in my throat with every dose the lump increased and slight swelling along side of throat, I keep getting heartburn from it as well. I now have a the lump in throat. Dry throat as well. I thought this drug would clear up reflux GERD ulcer. So, I have exhausted my medicines so I am told and do not know what to do."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 4, 2014

For Stomach Ulcer "I tore ligaments in my ankle and was taking Motrin for about 6 weeks, I developed ulcers in my stomach. I couldn't eat and was severely nauseated for days. After a 10lb weight loss I decided to go to the ER. Carafate was prescribed and after the 3rd dose I felt so much better. I get a really dry mouth because of the Carafate, no constipation though."

• Ronnie...
• June 24, 2017

For GERD "I'm taking this after a cardiac ablation procedure for 30 days . Of which a complication can be esophageal damage (erosion, ulceration, or perforation) which is why I have to take this. Anyway I'm not one to have problems swallowing a pill, but OMG this pill HURTS to swallow. It is big and it gets stuck in the esophogus. I cut them in half and it helps, but still not easy. Now what I do is let it dissolve in my mouth and then swallow. There is not taste. However, if you do that, make sure you let it dissolve completely or you'll fell VERY sharp edges, like glass, as the pill is dissolving. I don't know why this pill is like this, but another reviewer on here said something similar so it's not just me. Good luck."

• Lilley
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 19, 2020

For GERD "I’ve been using sucralfate for about a week now, it has helped majorly with pain in my stomach. I do have the side effects of insomnia (can’t sleep), but anything to make the worse stomach pain in the world go away. I can also finally eat again and it feels amazing to not throw up all day and wondering if you should go back to the hospital. Also the horse pills are very easy to take with applesauce especially cut in half."

• Mango...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 7, 2018

For Duodenal Ulcer "I have suffered from acid reflux my entire life and finally got an upper endoscopy done which revealed I have gastritis, duodenal ulcers and hiatal hernia. I was prescribed this medication and have only been taking it for a day and a half and feel absolutely horrible. Not only does my stomach feel worse than when I started taking it, I feel incredibly nauseous at night and in the morning, right when I’m about to take my next dose. Sick to my stomach, hot flashes, dizzy, etc. I’m hoping that I see improvement in my stomach in a few days but otherwise I am seriously considering calling my doctor and trying to get off of this. I have been off of work since starting the medication but I’m terrified of having to go back to the office feeling this way. I lay in bed for at least an hour or two before I go to sleep and before I can get up in the morning because I feel so ill."

• Hatet...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 22, 2019

For GERD "Horrific!!!! I took one sucralfate pill, which is very large. The doctor did not tell me how to take nor did the pharmacist. I put it in my mouth took a swig of water and swallowed and it immediately got stuck in my esophagus and turned into a powder, very dry powder. It was like taking a fistful of cinnamon and inhaling it. I aspirated, choked and couldn't breathe for many minutes. Worst experience of my life and to this day I think it affected many things after that. Horrible drug!!!"

• Nance
• July 5, 2018

For Duodenal Ulcer "I have been in this medication since June 10, 2018. I saw an improvement after about 4 days. I was a bit skeptical at first, but it has helped tremendously. No side effects. Be patient while medication does it’s job. Good luck to everyone."

• PJenny
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 21, 2019

For GERD "This pill flakes and crumbles as soon as I get a sip of water in my mouth, making it difficult and painful to swallow. I've choked on it several times, and even threw up today. (I didn't throw up the pill, though--it was still stuck in my throat!) I called my pharmacy and they recommended crushing the pill and mixing it with some applesauce--I'm gonna guess not too much, though, since you're supposed to take this med on an empty stomach. But one or two spoonfuls may be better than choking, or not being able to take the med at all. Good luck if you take it! I can't say how well it's working because my condition was not causing any pain."

• Oltim
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 25, 2018

Carafate (sucralfate) for Stomach Ulcer "Sucralfate was prescribed for my stomach ulcer! I took it (1 go) 4 times a day! First pill taken almost chocked me to death! You should split the pill and in a small cup add a small amount of warm water, dissolve the pill, add a small amount more of water and swallow it. I doesn’t taste bad! After 4 treatments, during the night my lower back pain and thigh muscles were excruciating!"

• Jerry...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 23, 2018

For Duodenal Ulcer "DON'T SWALLOW THIS PILL WHOLE! YOU MIGHT CHOKE! When you swallow it with water it expands in your throat and you can choke ANSWER TO THIS PROBLEM: TAKE A SIP OF WATER WITH THE PILL IN YOUR MOUTH. LET IT DISSOLVE COMPLETELY. It has no flavor and dissolves very quickly. SWALLOW. TAKE ANOTHER SIP OF WATER, SWISH AND SWALLOW. EASY. I don't know why the instructions don't include this method. Many people have choked taking this medication"

• Tallb...
• June 28, 2017

Carafate (sucralfate) for Stomach Ulcer "I had an (undiagnosed) bleeding ulcer (from gastric bypass surgery). Doctor prescribed the liquid form, but $500 for the liquid?? The pharmacist kindly told the pill form is $4. Ugh, I hate this stuff! I am supposed to take it 4 times a day, but it starts dissolving the moment it hits the back of my throat... Its like tasting nasty sand! The coughing fits almost get painful, and then it feels like it i'explodes' in my stomach- so I can forget eating for the next 3-4 hours. Ugh. Seems I have a choice (my 'pouch' is still very small 5 months out), take this OR have room for hydration OR food, not all of the above, am asking my doc tomorrow about it..."

• 5Grlz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 26, 2019

For Stomach Ulcer "I was diagnosed with ulcers and hiatal hernia after an upper endoscopy, and prescribed this medicine. It helps the burning in my stomach, however I’ve noticed every time I take it within minutes my right temple and over my right eye I get a stabbing pain! Feels like someone is driving an ice pick in my eye."

• Moons...
• October 7, 2020

For GERD "Just came back from ER. My old friend GERD is back again. This time around upper back pain, chest pain over breast bone. CT said fluid in my esophagus....great.....I've take this med several times when I have flare ups over the years. H2 blockers stop acid, but not the reflux. Proton pump Inhibitors give me horrible insomnia. Prilosec is amazing, but can't sleep at all on it. This med is annoying to take cause you have to plan out all your meals. 1 take 1/2 hour before eating 3 times a day and once before bed. Just a side note, this med didn't work when I swallowed it in pill form. It didn't stop the heartburn, but a doctor years ago recommended I crush it and put powdered pill in water and drink. It has no flavor, so goes down easy. I'm lazy, so I don't own a mortal and pestle. I literally take a glass or mug and crush pill on hard surface.I really recommend this drug. I really don't have any side effects to this drug except maybe a little insomnia. Hard to tell when ur in pain."

• Tam
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 5, 2018

For Duodenal Ulcer "I had 6 duodenal ulcers I was in so much pain. I was prescribed this medication 4x a day. My doctor told me never to swallow this pill whole. It is to be dissolved in a small amount of water to avoid choking. It took a couple weeks to work but I had great results and upon second scope I was ulcer free."

• dani...
• June 14, 2017

Carafate (sucralfate) for Stomach Ulcer "I was prescribed this with protonix after having intense pain from gastritis. I can't really tell if it's helping. My doctor said the stomach lining is something that takes a while to heal so I guess I will just have to wait and see. I am going back 2 weeks after starting carafate. My stomach hasn't had any major flare ups but some days it definitely hurts and I think I'm having some intense back pain because of the carafate. I've been trying not to take too much advil but I can't even sleep because of the back pain."

• Minkins
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 1, 2019

For Stomach Ulcer "I take Carafate liquid form. I’m reading a lot of comments about people choking. The pill form is supposed to be DISSOLVED in water, NOT swallowed whole. Please double check with the pharmacist always. I do find it hard to manage taking it around my other medicines as well as the wait time before eating. I think it would work miracles if I could actually take it 3x a day. I haven’t noticed any side effects from it."

• LadyF...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 23, 2019

For Duodenal Ulcer "I have been having such bad acid reflux and diarrhea so I went to the doc and he pushed on my stomach and said I had inflammation or something in my stomach. He gave me Carafate and told me to also take prilosec every day. The pains in my stomach don't come as often now and my poop is solid but my throat is almost constantly burning. I don't know if it is because of the medicine or what it is. The pill is almost impossible to swallow without choking and my insurance doesn't cover the liquid. The eating rules are the hardest part though. I am constantly hungry and tired because I can only eat at very specific times due to having to take it 4 times a day. I hate this medication."

• OkayB...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 5, 2020

Carafate (sucralfate) for GERD "Okay at first then I started to noticed some side effects from Carafate. I am a young adult who started taking this after being hospitalized for swallowing difficulties. My main issue now is Gastroparesis. I noticed taking this medication is increased my lack of appetite and nausea it also made it hard to swallow? I haven’t taken this medication in about a month my appetite is back but my throat spasms are back also. This medication helped with the esophagus spasms I was having that’s about all it helped with I will ask my doctor to put me on other medication. I had the liquid suspension and also the pill I crushed the pill up and made a slurry."

• Carrie
• November 9, 2020

For GERD "When I first was prescribed Carafate, the pharmacist gave me a little bottle and said put 2cc of water in here and add the pill....shake it and it immediately dissolves. It's ready to drink. No problems with choking and trying to swallow it. The bottle was marked, but you can do the same in a little water in a cup and then drink it."

• Bill
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 31, 2019

For GERD "I didn’t even try to swallow the pill. But it will dissolve in a half mouth full of water quickly and can be swallowed easily that way. Doesn’t taste that bad and my doctor said this is an okay way to take it"

• Ulcer...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 17, 2020

For Stomach Ulcer "I took sucralfate for my stomach ulcer for about a week. Had slight insomnia, headaches and nausea. But it really helped with the burning pain from the ulcer. I could eat so I was happy. But then all of a sudden I started getting crazy back pain. An intense burning and tight feeling in my chest and back whenever I would try and bend forward, move my neck, or even take a breath. Love the instant ulcer relief. Hate the side effects!"

• William
• Taken for 10 years or more
• April 12, 2018

Carafate (sucralfate) "I came down with severe stomach gastritis ten years ago. TEVA Sucralfate was a miracle drug for me. 90% cured and only had symptoms when my stomach emptied out about 4am each morning. Take a pill and instant relief of pain. HOWEVER, last Fall I was given the Greenstone version of this medicine, and it not only failed to ease up my stomach and alleviate pain, it had the opposite affect. The formula is different. So my gastritis has come back with a vengeance. And an internet article says Greenstone is changing its pink pill to a white to be stamped TEVA! I now have some new TEVA pills and they also do not work the way the old TEVA pills worked for ten years. So now I have severe gastritis again and I am living off Pepto Bismol and antacids and some herbal stuff I just started taking."

• Kalea
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 15, 2019

For Duodenal Ulcer "I was diagnosed with a very large ulcer about 2 months ago. My Dr. prescribed the liquid carafate for the first few weeks, but it is extremely expensive. They then prescribed the pill form. This medication has helped so much with my stomach pain and bloating! However, I have had issues with choking on the pill. I don't know why, I have taken pills a lot larger than this one and have no issues. Be careful when taking this pill, I have ended up getting sick because of it lodging in my throat and causing me to choke."

• DPano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 15, 2020

For GERD "JUST STARTED sucralfate FOR GERD. Working fine. No side effects. No GERD or gas. I prefer to take 1/2 at a time so I have no swallowing issues. Best relief since I stopped protein pump inhibitors (e.g., Nexium), which gave me a full body rash after many years on them."

• Alaeyna
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 1, 2018

Carafate (sucralfate) for Stomach Ulcer "Late last year , I went to my doctor because I was having mild stomach pains, little to no appetite, and (the worst and most concerning one for me), completely randomly feeling like I was going to vomit; to the point where I actually had to go to the bathroom or outside, but never did. (Might just be because I have a strong stomach that I didn’t?). And then right after that passed, I would feel extremely hungry- stomach growling and hunger pains. But still no appetite. That was very concerning to me considering I very rarely vomit for any reason. So anyway, I went to the doctor and he told me I had most of the symptoms of an ulcer and he was sure that’s what it was. He prescribed me this medication. I never had any tests or anything done to see inside my stomach or anything though. But I took it as prescribed, and the symptoms went away for a few days but then came back. And now it keeps coming back. Seeing the doctor soon and going to ask for a different medication."