ANTEPSIN* 1g TABLETS
(sucralfate)
50 Tablets
Please read this leaflet carefully before you start to take your medicine. The leaflet provides basic information. If you have any questions or are not sure about anything, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
What’s in your medicine
The name of your medicine is Antepsin 1g Tablets. Each white oblong tablet contains 1 gram of the active ingredient sucralfate
Other ingredients include: macrogol 6000, microcrystalline cellulose, calcium carmellose and magnesium stearate.
Your medicine is supplied in containers of 50 tablets.
Antepsin Tablets belong to a group of medicines which treat stomach ulcers and inflammation of the stomach lining.
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What does your medicine do?
Antepsin Tablets are used to treat ulcers in the stomach and upper intestine and long-lasting inflammation of the stomach (gastritis).
Before you take your medicine
YOU MUST TELL YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST IF ANY OF THE FOLLOWING APPLIES TO YOU:
- You are allergic to any ingredients in Antepsin Tablets.
- You are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or are breast feeding.
- You have kidney problems
- You are taking cimetidine or ranitidine (for stomach ulcers), digoxin (for heart conditions), phenytoin (for epilepsy), warfarin, theophylline, thyroxine, quinidine or any antibiotic.
If you are taking any other medicine, be sure to leave a gap of about 2 hours between taking Antepsin Tablets and the other medicine. If you are taking antacids, leave a gap of at least half an hour between taking the antacid and Antepsin Tablets.
Taking your medicine
The usual dose of Antepsin is two 1 gram tablets to be swallowed when you get up and two tablets at bedtime, or one tablet four times a day before meals and at bedtime. You should not take more than 8 tablets in any one day. Your doctor will tell you how many tablets to take and how often. This will also be stated on the label of your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. These tablets should not be given to children.
Treatment is usually needed for 4-6 weeks, but may be needed for up to twelve weeks.
Do not take more tablets than is stated on the label. If you do accidentally take too many tablets you should contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
What if you forget to take your medicine?
Don’t worry. Just take your last missed dose now and then continue to take your medicine as usual.
Things to be aware of whilst taking your medicine
Antepsin may not suit everybody. Some patients may have unwanted effects, although these are not usually serious and do not last for long. If the unwanted effect is severe or lasts for more than a few days, you should tell your doctor.
Unwanted effects may include;
- Constipation or diarrhoea
- Indigestion, stomach ache or nausea
- Feeling sick, dizzy or unsteady on your feet
- Back pain
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Itching
- Allergic reactions
If you get a rash or swelling about the face or neck and shortness or breath, this may be a sign of an allergy and you should stop taking your tablets and tell your doctor immediately. You should also tell your doctor or pharmacist if this medicine affects you in any other way.
In some patients Antepsin has been reported to cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you feel dizzy or drowsy, do not drive or operate machinery.
Other information
Do not take Antepsin Tablets after the expiry date shown on the label.
Store your tablets below 25°C.
Keep all medicines in a safe place away from children.
REMEMBER, this medicine is only for you. Only a doctor can prescribe it for you.
Never give it to others. It may harm them even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
Each tablet contains 1 gram sucralfate (basic aluminium sucrose sulphate). Antepsin also contains microcrystalline cellulose.
Use as directed by your doctor.
To be taken by mouth one hour before meals. If required the tablets may be dispersed in 10-15 mL of water.
Store below 25°C.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
PL12185/0008
PA 950/1/3
*Trademarks
Chugai Pharma UK Ltd
Leaflet prepared: 23 November 2006
1235751-C
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