{"product_id":"sucralfate-1gm-tablets-ulcer-treatment","title":"Sucralfate Tablets, 1 gm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGastric Protective Tablets for Ulcers and GI Inflammation in Pets and Horses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSucralfate 1g Tablets are a prescription gastroprotectant used by veterinarians to treat and prevent ulcers and erosions of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, and intestines in dogs, cats, and horses. In the acidic stomach environment, sucralfate reacts with hydrochloric acid and transforms into a thick paste that sticks directly to ulcerated tissue, sitting between the damaged mucosa and the stomach acid, bile salts, and digestive enzymes trying to reach it. This gives the tissue underneath the space it needs to recover. It also acts as a phosphorus binder in dogs with chronic kidney disease, and tablets can be crushed and dissolved in water to make a slurry for easier giving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Ulcer Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lays a physical protective coating over ulcerated mucosa, standing between it and further acid, bile, and enzyme damage so healing can happen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNSAID Ulcer Prevention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps keep gastrointestinal ulceration at bay in pets on long-term aspirin, NSAIDs, or corticosteroid treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEsophageal and Oral Ulcer Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches beyond the stomach and intestines to address ulcerations in the mouth, esophagus, and food tube as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhosphorus Binding in Kidney Disease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Latches onto dietary phosphorus in the gastrointestinal tract, helping bring elevated blood phosphorus levels down in dogs with chronic kidney disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimal Systemic Absorption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Since sucralfate stays local in the gastrointestinal tract and barely enters the bloodstream, the risk of systemic side effects is very low.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSucralfate 1g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSucralfate 1g Tablets are a prescription-only medication. A valid veterinarian prescription is required to purchase this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease follow your veterinarian's specific instructions for the dosage and administration of this medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dosage and administration of this medication must be determined by a licensed veterinarian. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any prescription medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTucking a whole or half tablet into a soft pill pocket or pill wrap treat is another option that works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dog-pill-pockets\" title=\"Dog pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: best easy pill-giving solutions | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Dog pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: best easy pill-giving solutions | hardypaw\"\u003eShop Pill Pockets for Dogs\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cat-pill-pockets\" title=\"Cat pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: easy medication treats | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Cat pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: easy medication treats | hardypaw\"\u003eShop Pill Pockets for Cats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGive on Empty Stomach:\u003c\/strong\u003e An acidic stomach is what activates sucralfate, so giving it at least an hour before or two hours after a meal is what gets the best result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace Two Hours From Other Medications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sucralfate grabs onto many other drugs in the gut and drags their absorption down, so at least two hours between it and other medications is essential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid in Known Allergies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any pet with a known sensitivity or allergic reaction to sucralfate should not be given this medication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Megacolon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cats with megacolon or ongoing constipation need careful management on this medication, as the aluminum content can push constipation further.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Pregnancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e How this medication affects pregnant or lactating animals is not established, so it should only be used with direct veterinary guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrug Interaction Risk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tetracycline, cimetidine, digoxin, famotidine, and fluoroquinolone antibiotics all absorb poorly when given at the same time as sucralfate, so timing matters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The aluminum content of this medication makes constipation the most commonly seen reaction, and it tends to come up more in cats than dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVomiting in Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vomiting can come up in cats on this medication and is worth watching during the course of treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum Accumulation Risk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very prolonged high-dose use, particularly in animals with kidney disease, carries a theoretical risk of aluminum building up in the body over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Drug Absorption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Other medications given too close to a sucralfate dose may not reach the blood levels needed to be fully effective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tablets do best at room temperature inside a tightly closed container, kept away from moisture and heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtect From Moisture and Heat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Humid conditions and direct sunlight can chip away at the tablet's stability, so a dry, shaded spot is the right place for these tablets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOut of Reach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep this medication somewhere children and untreated animals in the home cannot get to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFor generic medications, the product image shown may not reflect the actual item received. Generic medications can vary in size, color, and shape between orders depending on the manufacturer. Additionally, your medication may arrive packaged in a HardyPaw Pharmacy vial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: What conditions does sucralfate treat in dogs, cats, and horses?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mouth, esophagus, stomach, and intestinal ulcers in dogs, cats, and horses are all within sucralfate's treatment and prevention scope. Kidney disease, NSAID use, corticosteroid treatment, and primary gastrointestinal disease are among the causes it addresses. It is also prescribed in dogs and cats managing chronic kidney disease, where its ability to bind phosphorus in the gut helps stop blood phosphorus from climbing too high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: Why must sucralfate be given on an empty stomach?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sucralfate needs the stomach's acidity to trigger the reaction that turns it into the thick paste that coats and protects ulcerated tissue. Food in the stomach blunts that acidity and leaves sucralfate unable to activate properly, which knocks its protective effect down significantly. Giving it at least an hour before or two hours after eating is what gets the most out of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Can sucralfate tablets be dissolved in water for cats that refuse tablets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crushing the tablet and stirring it into a small amount of lukewarm water to make a slurry that goes in by dosing syringe is a practical approach for cats and small dogs that balk at tablets. Giving it a good stir before each use is important. A veterinarian may lean toward this method specifically for esophageal or gastric ulcers where direct contact time with the affected tissue matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: Why must sucralfate be given at least two hours apart from other medications?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sucralfate has a tendency to latch onto other drugs in the gastrointestinal tract and drag their absorption into the bloodstream down considerably. Tetracyclines, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, famotidine, cimetidine, and digoxin are among the ones most affected. Keeping sucralfate at least two hours away from everything else in the medication schedule is what stops that interaction from happening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Is sucralfate safe for long-term use in dogs and cats with kidney disease?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-term use for ulcer protection and phosphorus binding in kidney disease patients is well established for sucralfate. The aluminum content does introduce a theoretical risk of accumulation over very prolonged high-dose treatment in animals whose kidneys are already struggling to clear things out. A veterinarian will keep tabs on phosphorus levels and overall health throughout to catch anything that needs adjusting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Research\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK551527\/\" title=\"Sucralfate - statpearls - ncbi bookshelf\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Sucralfate - statpearls - ncbi bookshelf\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK551527\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.accessdata.fda.gov\/drugsatfda_docs\/label\/2007\/018333s032lbl.pdf\" title=\"Https:\/\/www.accessdata.fda.gov\/drugsatfda_docs\/label\/2007\/018333s032lbl.pdf\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Https:\/\/www.accessdata.fda.gov\/drugsatfda_docs\/label\/2007\/018333s032lbl.pdf\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.accessdata.fda.gov\/drugsatfda_docs\/label\/2007\/018333s032lbl.pdf\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Varies (Generic)","offers":[{"title":"1 tablet","offer_id":41817399460001,"sku":"153223-1","price":0.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 tablets","offer_id":44422543114401,"sku":"153223-30","price":10.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 tablets","offer_id":44422543147169,"sku":"153223-60","price":20.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 tablets","offer_id":41817399427233,"sku":"153223","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 tablets","offer_id":44422552420513,"sku":"380331","price":173.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/sucralfate-tablets-1-gm-pet-medicine-797.png?v=1777670645","url":"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/products\/sucralfate-1gm-tablets-ulcer-treatment","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}