Antepsin
Antepsin contains sucralfate, which forms a protective layer on the stomach lining to help heal ulcers and irritated areas by shielding them from stomach acid.
Form
tabletti
Strength
1 g
Active Ingredient
Sucralfate
Manufacturer
Orion Corporation
How to Use
Dosage
1 tablet 3–4 times a day.
Method
Take the tablet about one hour before meals and at bedtime. Drink with a glass of water or other beverage. It should be taken on an empty stomach, about one hour before or one hour after meals.
Important
Maximum 4 tablets per day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Constipation
- •Nausea
RARE
- •Dry mouth
- •Rash
- •Hives
- •Itching
- •Headache
- •Dizziness
- •Severe allergic reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis)
- •Formation of solid masses in the stomach or intestines (bezoars)
Important Warnings
- Do not take Antepsin if you are allergic to sucralfate or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Talk to your doctor if you have reduced kidney function or are on dialysis.
- Talk to your doctor if you have difficulty swallowing.
- Talk to your doctor if you have slow bowel function.
- Antepsin is not recommended for children and adolescents under 14 years old due to insufficient information.
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- Do not use Antepsin continuously for more than eight weeks, as it contains aluminum.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category D
Avoid use in older adults. Avoid use already in mild renal impairment. May cause adverse neurological effects. Take the several interactions in the absorption phase into account. (updated 18.3.2024)