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Drug Uses
Carafate is used for treatment and prevention of ulcers. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How Taken
Use Carafate as directed by your doctor. Take Carafate on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Do not take an antacid for at least 30 minutes before or after taking Carafate. It may take 4 to 8 weeks for complete healing of your ulcer. Continue taking Carafate for the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take Carafate at the same time as other medicines. Take Carafate at least 2 hours after other medicines. If you are not sure about the best time to take Carafate, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
More Information
Carafate may cause dizziness. These effects may worsen if Carafate is taken with alcohol or certain other medications. Use Carafate with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to this drug. If your symptoms do not improve or if they worsen, contact your doctor. Carafate should be used only by the patient for whom it has been prescribed. Do not take less or more or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
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