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Comparing Carafate vs Sucralfate

Carafate

sucralfate

Sucralfate

Prescribed for GERD, Duodenal Ulcer, Hyperphosphatemia of Renal Failure, Duodenal Ulcer Prophylaxis, Stomach Ulcer, Stomatitis, Stress Ulcer Prophylaxis. Carafate may also be used for purposes not... more

Sucralfate is used to treat duodenal ulcers. It appears to act directly on the ulcer, coating it with a protective film, and side effects are minimal. Prescribed for GERD, Duodenal Ulcer,... more

Prescription only

Prescription only

Ratings & Reviews

Recent helpful reviews
6.6
33 Reviews

For Stomach Ulcer I was put on carafate for stomach ulsers.I am also taking two 30 mg. Of prevacid a day. Since starting the carafate my indigestion has come back pretty bad.

5
Jeanie p I

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.

5
dani 94
7.3
70 Reviews

For GERD I have had acid reflux for over 5 years and was on regular ppi medicine . Doctor prescribed carafate solution for relief from a flare up.. It is the best medicine . I have weaned off myself from ppi slowly and still using carafate once a day at nighttime .. Doctor has prescribed it 4 times a day but for me nighttime works best .. It is bit expensive but My 1 bottle lasts for couple of months . Ppi has lots of side effects but carafate is pretty safe .. Ask your doctor you wont regret it

8
Carafate user

For GERD The pill form is much more affordable than the liquid Sucralfate. I place the pill in a large spoon then add a small amount of water. The pill dissolves quickly and is easy to swallow. Not unpleasant at all.

8
Anonymous

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Drug Class

Side Effects

See the full Carafate side effects document.

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Pricing and Coupons

* Prices are without insurance
Quantity 414 mL
Dosage 1 g/10 mL
Per Unit* $0.28
Cost* $117.72
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Quantity 100 each
Dosage 1 g
Per Unit* $0.52
Cost* $51.84
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Generic Availability

Yes

Yes (this medicine)

Dosage Form(s) Available
  • Oral suspension
  • Oral tablet
  • Oral suspension
  • Oral tablet

Brand Names

N/A

 Carafate

Half Life

The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value.

N/A

N/A

CSA Schedule**

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N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.
N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.

Pregnancy Category
B
Category B No proven risk in humans

See the full Pregnancy Warnings document.
B
Category B No proven risk in humans

See the full Pregnancy Warnings document.

FDA Alerts

N/A

N/A

Drug Interactions

A total of 244 drugs are known to interact with Carafate:

  • 6 major drug interactions (12 brand and generic names)
  • 169 moderate drug interactions (676 brand and generic names)
  • 69 minor drug interactions (304 brand and generic names)

A total of 244 drugs are known to interact with sucralfate:

  • 6 major drug interactions (12 brand and generic names)
  • 169 moderate drug interactions (676 brand and generic names)
  • 69 minor drug interactions (304 brand and generic names)

Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions
  • When sucralfate is given with enteral (tube) feedings, the feeding tube may become clogged and/or... more
  • When sucralfate is given with enteral (tube) feedings, the feeding tube may become clogged and/or... more

Disease Interactions

First Approval Date

October 30, 1981

October 30, 1981

WADA Class

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N/A

N/A

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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.

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