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Sucralfate Oral Suspension and Zyloprim

Determining the interaction of Sucralfate Oral Suspension and Zyloprim and the possibility of their joint administration.

Check result:
Sucralfate Oral Suspension <> Zyloprim
Relevance: 19.05.2023 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 allopurinol may decrease the effects of allopurinol. Allopurinol should be administered at least one hour before or two 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: Aluminum-containing oral medications may decrease the absorption of allopurinol and reduce its therapeutic effect.

MANAGEMENT: Allopurinol should be administered at least one hour before or two hours after aluminum-containing medications.

References
  • Weissman I, Krivoy N "Interaction of aluminum hydroxide and allopurinol in patients on chronic hemodialysis." Ann Intern Med 107 (1987): 787
Sucralfate Oral Suspension

Generic Name: sucralfate

Brand name: Carafate

Synonyms: Sucralfate

Zyloprim

Generic Name: allopurinol

Brand name: Zyloprim, Lopurin, Aloprim

Synonyms: n.a.

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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