{"id":1150,"date":"2025-05-25T19:11:10","date_gmt":"2025-05-25T17:11:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/?p=1150"},"modified":"2025-09-21T19:31:58","modified_gmt":"2025-09-21T17:31:58","slug":"ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/","title":{"rendered":"ULSANIC : Uses,Safety Instructions And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ULSANIC is a widely used medication for the treatment and management of gastrointestinal disorders, particularly peptic ulcers and reflux oesophagitis. Its active ingredient, sucralfate, is known for its protective and healing action on the gastrointestinal mucosa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SCHEDULING_STATUS\"><\/span><strong>SCHEDULING STATUS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#SCHEDULING_STATUS\" >SCHEDULING STATUS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#PROPRIETARY_NAME_AND_DOSAGE_FORM\" >PROPRIETARY NAME AND DOSAGE FORM<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#COMPOSITION\" >COMPOSITION<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#ULSANIC_1_g_Tablets\" >ULSANIC 1 g Tablets:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#ULSANIC_Effervescent_Tablets\" >ULSANIC Effervescent Tablets:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#ULSANIC_Suspension\" >ULSANIC Suspension:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#CATEGORY_AND_CLASS\" >CATEGORY AND CLASS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#PHARMACOLOGICAL_ACTION\" >PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTION<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#Pharmacodynamic_Properties\" >Pharmacodynamic Properties<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#INDICATIONS\" >INDICATIONS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#CONTRAINDICATIONS\" >CONTRAINDICATIONS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#WARNINGS_AND_SPECIAL_PRECAUTIONS\" >WARNINGS AND SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#Effects_on_Ability_to_Drive_and_Use_Machines\" >Effects on Ability to Drive and Use Machines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#Excipients\" >Excipients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#INTERACTIONS\" >INTERACTIONS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#HUMAN_REPRODUCTION\" >HUMAN REPRODUCTION<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#Pregnancy_and_Lactation\" >Pregnancy and Lactation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#DOSAGE_AND_DIRECTIONS_FOR_USE\" >DOSAGE AND DIRECTIONS FOR USE<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#Effervescent_Tablet_Use\" >Effervescent Tablet Use<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#Alternate_Regimen\" >Alternate Regimen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#Reflux_Oesophagitis\" >Reflux Oesophagitis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#Maintenance_Treatment_Duodenal_Ulcers\" >Maintenance Treatment (Duodenal Ulcers)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#SIDE_EFFECTS\" >SIDE EFFECTS<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#Nervous_System_Disorders\" >Nervous System Disorders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#Skin_Disorders\" >Skin Disorders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#Gastrointestinal_Effects\" >Gastrointestinal Effects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#General_Disorders\" >General Disorders<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#KNOWN_SYMPTOMS_OF_OVERDOSAGE_AND_PARTICULARS_OF_ITS_TREATMENT\" >KNOWN SYMPTOMS OF OVERDOSAGE AND PARTICULARS OF ITS TREATMENT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#IDENTIFICATION\" >IDENTIFICATION<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#PRESENTATION\" >PRESENTATION<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#STORAGE_INSTRUCTIONS\" >STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#NAME_AND_BUSINESS_ADDRESS_OF_THE_HOLDER_OF_THE_CERTIFICATE_OF_REGISTRATION\" >NAME AND BUSINESS ADDRESS OF THE HOLDER OF THE CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ULSANIC is a <strong>Schedule 0<\/strong> medication, which means it is considered safe enough to be sold without a prescription under South African health regulations. However, it should still be used responsibly and under the guidance of a healthcare provider when necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PROPRIETARY_NAME_AND_DOSAGE_FORM\"><\/span><strong>PROPRIETARY NAME AND DOSAGE FORM<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ULSANIC is available in several dosage forms, making it suitable for different patient needs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Dosage Form<\/th><th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>ULSANIC 1 g Tablets<\/td><td>Solid, oral tablets<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ULSANIC <a href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/coryx-effervescent-tablets\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/coryx-effervescent-tablets\/\">Effervescent Tablets<\/a><\/td><td>Dissolvable tablets for oral use<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ULSANIC Suspension<\/td><td>Liquid form, often for pediatric or special use<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These options allow for flexible dosing and ease of administration across various age groups and patient profiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"COMPOSITION\"><\/span><strong>COMPOSITION<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ULSANIC contains <strong>sucralfate<\/strong> as its active ingredient across all its formulations. Each form also includes specific excipients to ensure efficacy, stability, and patient compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ULSANIC_1_g_Tablets\"><\/span>ULSANIC 1 g Tablets:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Active Ingredient<\/strong>: Sucralfate 1 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Excipients<\/strong>: Carmellose calcium, macrogol, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ULSANIC_Effervescent_Tablets\"><\/span>ULSANIC Effervescent Tablets:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Active Ingredient<\/strong>: Sucralfate 1 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Excipients<\/strong>: Lactose monohydrate, flavourings, macrogol, saccharin sodium, quinoline yellow, sodium cyclamate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Contains Sweeteners and Lactose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ULSANIC_Suspension\"><\/span>ULSANIC Suspension:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Active Ingredient<\/strong>: Sucralfate 1 g per 5 ml<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Excipients<\/strong>: Orange flavour, glycerol, saccharin sodium, xanthan gum, sodium methyl hydroxybenzoate (0.09% m\/v), sodium propyl hydroxybenzoate (0.048% m\/v)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CATEGORY_AND_CLASS\"><\/span><strong>CATEGORY AND CLASS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ULSANIC falls under:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Category<\/strong>: A<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Class<\/strong>: 11.4.3 \u2013 Medicines acting on the gastrointestinal tract: Other<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This class typically includes medications that protect and soothe the stomach lining or assist in ulcer healing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PHARMACOLOGICAL_ACTION\"><\/span><strong>PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTION<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pharmacodynamic_Properties\"><\/span><strong>Pharmacodynamic Properties<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ULSANIC&#8217;s active ingredient, sucralfate, is <strong>anti-ulcerogenic<\/strong>, forming a <strong>protective barrier<\/strong> over the mucosa of the stomach and duodenum. It:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Binds to ulcerated tissue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shields against acid, pepsin, and bile salts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Absorbs digestive enzymes like pepsin and trypsin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This dual protective and therapeutic action enhances healing and symptom relief in patients with gastrointestinal ulcers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INDICATIONS\"><\/span><strong>INDICATIONS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ULSANIC is indicated for the following conditions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gastric and Duodenal Ulcers<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chronic Gastritis<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reflux Oesophagitis<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It also offers relief from peptic ulcer symptoms such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Epigastric pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hyperchlorhydria (excess stomach acid)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moreover, ULSANIC is effective in <strong>maintenance therapy<\/strong> after the successful treatment of duodenal ulcers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CONTRAINDICATIONS\"><\/span><strong>CONTRAINDICATIONS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ULSANICUsesSafety-Instructions-And-Side-Effects-1.jpeg\" alt=\"ULSANIC Uses,Safety Instructions And Side Effects and more\" class=\"wp-image-1241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ULSANICUsesSafety-Instructions-And-Side-Effects-1.jpeg 680w, https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ULSANICUsesSafety-Instructions-And-Side-Effects-1-300x169.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not use ULSANIC if you are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Allergic to <strong>sucralfate<\/strong> or any of its excipients (see COMPOSITION section)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intolerant to <strong>lactose<\/strong>, especially in the case of effervescent tablets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always consult a healthcare provider before starting treatment, especially in cases of allergy or food intolerances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WARNINGS_AND_SPECIAL_PRECAUTIONS\"><\/span><strong>WARNINGS AND SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ULSANIC should be used <strong>with caution<\/strong> in patients with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Renal impairment or those on dialysis<\/strong>: Due to the risk of aluminium absorption and related toxicity (osteodystrophy, encephalopathy)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Phosphate deficiency<\/strong>: As aluminium can bind phosphate and hinder its absorption<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Delayed gastric emptying<\/strong> or those receiving <strong>enteral feeds<\/strong>: Risk of <strong>bezoar<\/strong> formation (a solid mass in the stomach)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elderly patients<\/strong>: May require <strong>dose adjustment<\/strong> due to reduced physiological function<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use in <strong>premature infants<\/strong> is <strong>not recommended<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Effects_on_Ability_to_Drive_and_Use_Machines\"><\/span><strong>Effects on Ability to Drive and Use Machines<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ULSANIC may cause:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Drowsiness<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dizziness<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Caution is advised when operating machinery or driving until you understand how the medication affects you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Excipients\"><\/span><strong>Excipients<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ULSANIC Effervescent Tablets contain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lactose<\/strong>: May impact diabetic patients&#8217; glycaemic control<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not suitable for individuals with:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Galactosaemia<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lactase deficiency<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Glucose-galactose malabsorption<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Patients with <strong>fructose intolerance<\/strong> should also avoid this formulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INTERACTIONS\"><\/span><strong>INTERACTIONS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ULSANIC can interfere with the <strong>absorption of other medications<\/strong>. It&#8217;s advised to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take other medicines at least <strong>2 hours apart<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take <strong>antacids<\/strong> at least <strong>30 minutes before or after<\/strong> ULSANIC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid combining with <strong>enteral feeds<\/strong>; allow a <strong>1-hour gap<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Medications affected by sucralfate include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cimetidine, Ranitidine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digoxin, Phenytoin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ketoconazole, Warfarin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tetracyclines, Theophylline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fluoroquinolones<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Levothyroxine, Quinidine<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re on any of the above, speak with your doctor or pharmacist to plan appropriate spacing and dosage adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HUMAN_REPRODUCTION\"><\/span><strong>HUMAN REPRODUCTION<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pregnancy_and_Lactation\"><\/span><strong>Pregnancy and Lactation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pregnancy<\/strong>: Safety not established; use only if clearly needed and under medical advice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lactation<\/strong>: It is <strong>unknown<\/strong> whether ULSANIC passes into breast milk; exercise caution<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DOSAGE_AND_DIRECTIONS_FOR_USE\"><\/span><strong>DOSAGE AND DIRECTIONS FOR USE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>standard adult dose<\/strong> is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>1 g tablet, 1 effervescent tablet<\/strong>, or <strong>5 ml of suspension<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Three to four times daily<\/strong>, between meals and at bedtime<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Effervescent_Tablet_Use\"><\/span><strong>Effervescent Tablet Use<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dissolve completely in a <strong>glass of water<\/strong> before drinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alternate_Regimen\"><\/span><strong>Alternate Regimen<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2 g twice daily<\/strong> (2 tablets or 10 ml of suspension) has proven effective, especially in duodenal ulcer treatment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reflux_Oesophagitis\"><\/span><strong>Reflux Oesophagitis<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>1 g (tablet or suspension) four times daily<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Taken <strong>between meals and at bedtime<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maintenance_Treatment_Duodenal_Ulcers\"><\/span><strong>Maintenance Treatment (Duodenal Ulcers)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>1 tablet twice daily<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Half an hour before <strong>breakfast<\/strong> and <strong>supper<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recommended duration: <strong>12 months<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Relief may be enhanced by combining ULSANIC with <strong>analgesics or spasmolytics<\/strong> for patients with severe epigastric pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SIDE_EFFECTS\"><\/span><strong>SIDE EFFECTS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nervous_System_Disorders\"><\/span><strong>Nervous System Disorders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Frequency<\/th><th>Effects<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Less frequent<\/td><td>Dizziness, drowsiness<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Unknown<\/td><td>Vertigo<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Skin_Disorders\"><\/span><strong>Skin Disorders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Frequency<\/th><th>Effects<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Less frequent<\/td><td>Rash, itching<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gastrointestinal_Effects\"><\/span><strong>Gastrointestinal Effects<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Frequency<\/th><th>Effects<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Frequent<\/td><td>Constipation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Less frequent<\/td><td>Diarrhoea, nausea, dry mouth, gastric upset<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rare<\/td><td>Bezoar (especially with enteral feeds)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"General_Disorders\"><\/span><strong>General Disorders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Frequency<\/th><th>Effects<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Unknown<\/td><td>Back pain<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you experience severe <a href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/donapan-tablet\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/donapan-tablet\/\">side effects<\/a>, consult your healthcare provider immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"KNOWN_SYMPTOMS_OF_OVERDOSAGE_AND_PARTICULARS_OF_ITS_TREATMENT\"><\/span><strong>KNOWN SYMPTOMS OF OVERDOSAGE AND PARTICULARS OF ITS TREATMENT<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is <strong>no specific antidote<\/strong>. In case of overdose:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Symptomatic and supportive treatment<\/strong> is recommended<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seek medical help promptly if an overdose is suspected<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IDENTIFICATION\"><\/span><strong>IDENTIFICATION<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Form<\/th><th>Appearance Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>ULSANIC Tablets<\/td><td>White, oblong, biconvex, &#8220;ULSANIC&#8221; embossed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Effervescent Tablets<\/td><td>Flat, peach-colored with orange speckles<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suspension<\/td><td>Thick, off-white liquid with orange odour<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PRESENTATION\"><\/span><strong>PRESENTATION<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Product Form<\/th><th>Packaging Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Tablets<\/td><td>20 or 120 in plastic or foil packs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Effervescent Tablets<\/td><td>10 or 20 in sealed tubes inside cartons<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suspension<\/td><td>100 ml, 250 ml, or 600 ml bottles<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Not all pack sizes are available in all markets.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"STORAGE_INSTRUCTIONS\"><\/span><strong>STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Store in a <strong>dry place below 25\u00b0C<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Protect from light<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep in <strong>original packaging<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Keep out of reach of children<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NAME_AND_BUSINESS_ADDRESS_OF_THE_HOLDER_OF_THE_CERTIFICATE_OF_REGISTRATION\"><\/span><strong>NAME AND BUSINESS ADDRESS OF THE HOLDER OF THE CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pharmacare Limited<\/strong><br>Healthcare Park<br>Woodlands Drive<br>Woodmead 2191<br>South Africa<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ULSANIC remains a trusted medication in the management of gastric and duodenal ulcers, with a proven record of efficacy and safety when used correctly. This guide, drawn from validated medical sources, aims to empower patients with the knowledge needed to use ULSANIC effectively and responsibly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always consult a healthcare professional for personal advice and never start or stop treatment without guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sources:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sahpra.org.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ULSANIC_PI_Aspen-Pharmacare_MCC-Format_26.1.2012.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.sahpra.org.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ULSANIC_PI_Aspen-Pharmacare_MCC-Format_26.1.2012.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SAHPRA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ULSANIC is a widely used medication for the treatment and management of gastrointestinal disorders, particularly peptic ulcers and reflux oesophagitis. Its active ingredient, sucralfate, is known for its protective and healing action on the gastrointestinal mucosa. SCHEDULING STATUS ULSANIC is a Schedule 0 medication, which means it is considered safe enough to be sold without &#8230; <a title=\"ULSANIC : Uses,Safety Instructions And Side Effects\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/ulsanic-uses-safety-instructions-and-side-effects\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about ULSANIC : Uses,Safety Instructions And Side Effects\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":1240,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[34],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1150","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-gastritis"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1150","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1150"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1150\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1240"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1150"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1150"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1150"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}