Author Details
Written By
MDS, BDS
Last updated
25 Nov 2023 | 11:59 PM (IST)

We provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

Want to know more

Have issue with the content?

Report Problem

Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension

Prescription Required

Product introduction

Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is used in the treatment of ulcers in the stomach and intestine. It contains the active ingredient sucralfate which promotes the healing of ulcers by forming a coating over them which acts as a physical barrier.

Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension allows ulcer to heal.

Uses of Ulcrate Oral Suspension

Benefits of Ulcrate Oral Suspension

In Treatment of Intestinal ulcers

Intestinal ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the intestine. Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is used to treat intestinal ulcers. It works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes, preventing further damage to the ulcer, and heals naturally. Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension also reduces pain and bleeding associated with intestinal ulcers. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

In Treatment of Stomach ulcers

Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach. Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is used to treat stomach ulcers. It covers the damaged ulcer tissue in the stomach and protects it against stomach acid or further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly. $also gives relief from pain and discomfort in the stomach associated with stomach ulcers. You need to keep taking the medicine as it is prescribed for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

Side effects of Ulcrate Oral Suspension

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ulcrate

  • Constipation

How to use Ulcrate Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension
₹147.84/Oral Suspension
Oxyfate Oral Suspension
Flaring Formulations Pvt Ltd
₹107/oral suspension
28% cheaper
Suwin Oral Suspension
Mediwin Pharmaceuticals
₹120/oral suspension
19% cheaper
Sucranith 1000mg Oral Suspension
Manith Healthcare Pvt Ltd
₹154.56/oral suspension
5% costlier
₹160/oral suspension
8% costlier
Luxoma 1000mg Oral Suspension
Astrica Biomedics Pvt Ltd
₹210/oral suspension
42% costlier

Quick tips

  • Do not take antacids 30 minutes before or after taking this medication.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • It may take 4-6 weeks or more for the ulcers to heal completely. Do not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you to.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a kidney disorder.
  • Take Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension on an empty stomach, preferably 1 hour before a meal.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Disaccharide Sulfates
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Anti-Ulcerants

Patient concerns

arrow
Mouth ulcers Mouth ulcers
Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan
ENT
It can be vitamin deficiency, lichen planus, traumatic ulcer. Consult a ENT specialist to check throat
Heartburn Mental disorder Depression Frequent persistent heartburn Gastroesophageal reflux disease Irritable bowel syndrome Indigestion Back flow of acid from stomach Difficulty in swallowing Inflammation of esophagus Excess acid secretion by stomach Intestinal or stomach ulcers
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
You need to be examined in clinic to reach a diagnosis and then appropriate medicine can be prescribed
arrow

FAQs

Q. Is Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension an antibiotic/sulfa drug/pain-killer/PPI?

Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is not an antibiotic/sulfa drug/ PPI (proton-pump inhibitor) or a pain-killer. It is an ulcer protective medicine

Q. Is Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension available or sold over the counter?

No. Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter

Q. Is Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension gluten free?

Yes. Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Q. Is Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension safe?

Yes. Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor

Q. Can I take Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen/Pepto?

Yes. Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension can be taken with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen and Pepto if prescribed by your doctor

Q. Does Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia/ heartburn?

Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension does not cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia or heartburn. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor

Q. Is Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension a narcotic drug?

No. Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension is not a narcotic drug.

Q. What should you avoid when taking Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension?

It is advisable to avoid taking antacids within 30 minutes of taking Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension since this medicine can decrease the absorption of some antacids if taken together.

Q. How long after taking Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension can I eat?

Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension must be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.

Q. Does Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension work immediately?

No, it takes around one to two weeks for the medicine to heal an ulcer of the stomach or intestine. But continue taking Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension for the duration as prescribed by your doctor for complete healing.

Q. Does Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension cause constipation?

Yes, constipation is one of the common side effects of Ulcrate 1000mg Oral Suspension. Include fiber in your diet (fruits and vegetables), drink 8-10 glasses of fluids a day, and keep active. A stool softener (with a doctor's prescription) once or twice a day may prevent constipation. If you do not have a bowel movement for 2-3 days, consult your doctor.

Want to share the information?

Disclaimer:

Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.

References

  1. Wallace JL, Sharkey KA. Pharmacotherapy of Gastric Acidity, Peptic Ulcers, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1315.
  2. McQuaid KR. Drugs Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 1075-76.
  3. Sucralfate. Bridgewater, NJ: Aptalis Pharma US; Mar. 2013. [Accessed on 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Sucralfate. [Updated 2018 Oct 31]. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:External Link
  5. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Solace Biotech Ltd
Address: 80 , HSIDC , Industrial Area , Near Jagadhri Road, Ambala Cantt ( Haryana) , Pin Code-(133001), India
Country of origin: India

The list of available options shown with the same composition has been prepared upon the advice of registered medical practitioners, pharmacists affiliated with TATA 1MG. TATA 1MG does not promote any pharmaceutical product of any particular company, and all recommendations are based on the medical opinion, advisories from specialist medical and pharmaceutical professionals.

MRP
147.84
Inclusive of all taxes
200.0 ml in 1 bottle
SOLD OUT
Notify me
Available options
Available options
Same salt composition:Sucralfate (1000mg/10ml)
https://onemg.gumlet.io/epf1dtoymcv3sbkzuspl.png
Same salt composition
https://onemg.gumlet.io/qkdhgo7ram1mle08cya9.png
Verified by doctors
https://onemg.gumlet.io/ehvn8wef9oaoewteak8d.png
Popularly bought
https://onemg.gumlet.io/xnv1s7snefeql2hkalfr.png
Trusted quality
Why buy these from 1mg?question-mark

INDIA’S LARGEST HEALTHCARE PLATFORM

260m+
Visitors
31m+
Orders Delivered
1800+
Cities
Get the link to download App
Reliable

All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies. All labs listed on the platform are accredited

Secure

Tata 1mg uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) 128-bit encryption and is Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliant

Affordable

Find affordable medicine substitutes, save up to 50% on health products, up to 80% off on lab tests and free doctor consultations.

LegitScript approved
India's only LegitScript and ISO/ IEC 27001:2022 certified online healthcare platform

Know more about Tata 1mgdownArrow

Access medical and health information

Tata 1mg provides you with medical information which is curated, written and verified by experts, accurate and trustworthy. Our experts create high-quality content about medicines, diseases, lab investigations, Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products, Ayurvedic herbs/ingredients, and alternative remedies.

Order medicines online

Get free medicine home delivery in over 1800 cities across India. You can also order Ayurvedic, Homeopathic and other Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products. Your safety is our top priority. All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies.

Book lab tests

Book any lab tests and preventive health packages from certified labs and get tested from the comfort of your home. Enjoy free home sample collection, view reports online and consult a doctor online for free.

Consult a doctor online

Got a health query? Consult doctors online from the comfort of your home for free. Chat privately with our registered medical specialists to connect directly with verified doctors. Your privacy is guaranteed.