About us Contacts Drug interactions: 390 212
Drug search by name

Maalox Junior Plus Antigas and Sulcrate Suspension Plus

Determining the interaction of Maalox Junior Plus Antigas and Sulcrate Suspension Plus and the possibility of their joint administration.

Check result:
Maalox Junior Plus Antigas <> Sulcrate Suspension Plus
Relevance: 26.12.2022 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

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 sucralfate together with calcium carbonate can decrease the effects of sucralfate. Sucralfate and calcium carbonate doses should be separated by at least half an hour. 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: Antacid-induced gastric pH changes may reduce binding of sucralfate with the gastrointestinal mucosa resulting in reduced therapeutic efficacy. In addition, aluminum may accumulate in patients with renal failure who are concomitantly taking sucralfate with aluminum-containing antacids.

MANAGEMENT: Sucralfate and antacid doses should be separated by at least half an hour.

References
  • "Product Information. Carafate (sucralfate)." Hoechst Marion-Roussel Inc, Kansas City, MO.
Maalox Junior Plus Antigas

Generic Name: calcium carbonate / simethicone

Brand name: Alka-Seltzer Heartburn + Gas, Gas-X with Maalox Extra Strength, Maalox Advanced Maximum Strength, Maalox Junior Plus Antigas, Tums Gas Relief Chewy Bites

Synonyms: Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone

Sulcrate Suspension Plus

Generic Name: sucralfate

Brand name: Carafate

Synonyms: Sucralfate

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.