Ala-Tet and Carafate (Sucralfate Tablets)
Determining the interaction of Ala-Tet and Carafate (Sucralfate Tablets) and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Using tetracycline together with sucralfate may decrease the effects of tetracycline. Tetracycline should be administered at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after sucralfate. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Sucralfate may interfere with the absorption of tetracycline and may reduce its therapeutic effect. The clinical significance of this interaction is unknown.
MANAGEMENT: Tetracycline should be administered at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after sucralfate. Patients should be monitored for altered clinical effects.
- "Product Information. Carafate (sucralfate)." Hoechst Marion-Roussel Inc, Kansas City, MO.
- McCarthy DM "Sucralfate." N Engl J Med 325 (1991): 1017-25
Generic Name: tetracycline
Brand name: Ala-Tet, Brodspec, Panmycin, Sumycin, Tetracap, Tetracon, Robitet 500, Emtet-500
Synonyms: n.a.
Generic Name: sucralfate
Brand name: Carafate
Synonyms: Carafate
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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