Sucralfate Tablets contain sucralfate and sucralfate is an α-D-glucopyranoside, β-D-fructofuranosyl-, octakis-(hydrogen sulfate), aluminum complex. Tablets for oral administration contain 1 g of sucralfate. Also contain: D & C Red #30 Lake, FD&C Blue #1 Lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, and starch. Therapeutic category: antiulcer. Sucralfate Tablets contain sucralfate and sucralfate is an α-D-glucopyranoside, β-D-fructofuranosyl-, octakis-(hydrogen sulfate), aluminum complex.

What kind of drug is sucralfate?

The FDA classifies sucralfate as an aluminum complex. If you are checking whether it is safe to combine with something else, the class is what matters — two drugs from the same class usually should not be stacked.

Can you take sucralfate with other medicines?

It depends on the medicine. We check it against the FDA labels rather than guessing: our interaction checker searches each drug's own label for the other and quotes what it says, naming the section it came from. Run sucralfate against whatever else you take — and remember that a label not naming a drug is not the same as that combination being safe.

What brand names is sucralfate sold under?

We track 2 sucralfate-containing products in the U.S.: Carafate and Sucralfate. They are the same active ingredient; they differ in form, manufacturer, price and FDA recall record.

What forms does sucralfate come in?

Across the brands we track, sucralfate is currently marketed as tablet and suspension, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory. Each form is dosed differently — follow the label for the exact product you were prescribed.

Is there a generic sucralfate?

Yes. Our catalog lists 1 generic sucralfate product alongside the brand versions. A generic has the same active ingredient and must meet the FDA's bioequivalence standard; it usually costs less. Ask your pharmacist which one your plan covers.

Has sucralfate been recalled?

The FDA's Enforcement database lists 3 recall records whose product description mentions sucralfate. The most recent: Sucralfate Tablets (Oct 9, 2025). A recall applies to specific lots, not to the drug as a whole — check the record for the affected lot numbers.

Sucralfate: uses, dosing, side effects & brands

Sucralfate is an aluminum complex sold in the U.S. under 2 brand and generic names, for duodenal ulcer, esophagitis and gastritis. Below: what the FDA label says, every product that contains it, what the pills look like, and its recall record.

By the pharmaranks editorial teamReviewed against the FDA (openFDA label, NDC Directory & Enforcement) sourcesHow we research

Key facts

Drug class: Aluminum Complex
Treats: Duodenal Ulcer, Esophagitis and Gastritis
Available as: Tablet · Suspension
Sold as: 2 products — Carafate and Sucralfate
Prescription?: Prescription only
Generic available?: Yes
Typical price: about $6 for a 30-count supply

How sucralfate is dosed

From the FDA label for Carafate (application NDA018333). Other sucralfate products — different forms, different strengths — are dosed differently. Follow the label for the one you were prescribed.

Active Duodenal Ulcer : The recommended adult oral dosage for duodenal ulcer is 1 g four times per day on an empty stomach. Antacids may be prescribed as needed for relief of pain but should not be taken within one-half hour before or after sucralfate. While healing with sucralfate may occur during the first week or two, treatment should be continued for 4 to 8 weeks unless healing has been demonstrated by x-ray or endoscopic examination. Maintenance Therapy: The recommended adult oral dosage is 1 g twice a day. Elderly: In general, dose selection for an elderly patient should be cautious, usually starting at the low end of the dosing range, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy (See PRECAUTIONS Geriatric Use ). Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Greenstone LLC at 1-800-438-1985 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Sucralfate side effects

to sucralfate in clinical trials were minor and only rarely led to discontinuation of the drug. In studies involving over 2,700 patients treated with sucralfate tablets, adverse effects were reported in 129 (4.7%). Constipation was the most frequent complaint (2%). Other adverse effects reported in less than 0.5% of the patients are listed below by body system: Gastrointestinal: diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, gastric discomfort, indigestion, flatulence, dry mouth Dermatological: pruritus, rash Nervous System: dizziness, insomnia, sleepiness, vertigo Other: back pain, headache Post-marketing : cases of hypersensitivity have been reported with the use of sucralfate tablets, including dyspnea, lip swelling, pruritus, rash, and urticaria. Cases of anaphylactic reactions, bronchospasm, laryngeal edema, edema of the mouth, Pharyngeal edema, respiratory tract edema and swelling of the face have been reported with an unknown oral formulation of sucralfate. Bezoars have been reported in patients treated with sucralfate. The majority of patients had underlying medical conditions that may predispose to bezoar formation (such as delayed gastric emptying) or were receiving concomitant enteral tube feedings. Inadvertent injection of insoluble sucralfate and its insoluble excipients has led to fatal complications, including pulmonary and cerebral emboli. Sucralfate is not…

Every sucralfate product we track (2)

Same active ingredient — different manufacturer, form, price and FDA recall record. That last one is what our independent score measures.

Sucralfate products
#	Drug	Rating	Type	Form	Generic?	Typical price
1	Carafate	70/100	Prescription	Tablet	Generic	$6	View →
2	Sucralfate	54/100	Prescription	Suspension	Generic

What sucralfate pills look like

Imprint codes, colour and shape from the FDA’s labelling data. Match the imprint on your pill — or search any imprint.

Sucralfate pill imprints
Imprint	Strength	Colour	Shape	Maker
675	1 g	white	capsule	—
TEVA;22;10	1 g	white	oval	—
TEVA;22;10	1 g	white	oval	—
TEVA;22;10	1 g	white	oval	—

Sucralfate recalls

From the FDA Enforcement database. A recall covers specific lots — not the drug as a whole.

Frequently asked questions

What is sucralfate?: Sucralfate Tablets contain sucralfate and sucralfate is an α-D-glucopyranoside, β-D-fructofuranosyl-, octakis-(hydrogen sulfate), aluminum complex. Tablets for oral administration contain 1 g of sucralfate. Also contain: D & C Red #30 Lake, FD&C Blue #1 Lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, and starch. Therapeutic category: antiulcer. Sucralfate Tablets contain sucralfate and sucralfate is an α-D-glucopyranoside, β-D-fructofuranosyl-, octakis-(hydrogen sulfate), aluminum complex.
What kind of drug is sucralfate?: The FDA classifies sucralfate as an aluminum complex. If you are checking whether it is safe to combine with something else, the class is what matters — two drugs from the same class usually should not be stacked.
Can you take sucralfate with other medicines?: It depends on the medicine. We check it against the FDA labels rather than guessing: our interaction checker searches each drug's own label for the other and quotes what it says, naming the section it came from. Run sucralfate against whatever else you take — and remember that a label not naming a drug is not the same as that combination being safe.
What brand names is sucralfate sold under?: We track 2 sucralfate-containing products in the U.S.: Carafate and Sucralfate. They are the same active ingredient; they differ in form, manufacturer, price and FDA recall record.
What forms does sucralfate come in?: Across the brands we track, sucralfate is currently marketed as tablet and suspension, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory. Each form is dosed differently — follow the label for the exact product you were prescribed.
Is there a generic sucralfate?: Yes. Our catalog lists 1 generic sucralfate product alongside the brand versions. A generic has the same active ingredient and must meet the FDA's bioequivalence standard; it usually costs less. Ask your pharmacist which one your plan covers.

Sources: FDA openFDA drug label, National Drug Code Directory, and Enforcement (recall) database. This page reproduces public FDA data and is not medical advice. Dosing is set by your prescriber.