Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension is used in the treatment of ulcers in the stomach and intestine. It promotes the healing of ulcers by forming a coating over them which acts as a physical barrier. Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension is taken one hour before meals preferably at bedtime in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. The most common side effect of this medicine is constipation. Take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine to prevent this. Dizziness and sleepiness may occasionally occur, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Before taking Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension inform the doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Do not take antacids within two hours of taking this medicine.

If you miss a dose of Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Q. Is Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension an antibiotic/sulfa drug/pain-killer/PPI??
  Ans: Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension is not an antibiotic/sulfa drug/ PPI (proton-pump inhibitor) or a pain-killer. It is an ulcer protective medicine
• Q. Q. Is Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension available or sold over the counter??
  Ans: No. Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter
• Q. Q. Is Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension gluten free??
  Ans: Yes. Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
• Q. Q. Is Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension safe??
  Ans: Yes. Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
• Q. Q. Can I take Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen/Pepto??
  Ans: Yes. Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension can be taken with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen and Pepto if prescribed by your doctor
• Q. Q. Does Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia/ heartburn??
  Ans: Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension does not cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia or heartburn. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
• Q. Q. Is Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension a narcotic drug??
  Ans: No. Sifate 500mg Oral Suspension is not a narcotic drug.

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