Drug interactions
Aluminum hydroxide + Sucralfate
Severity: Minor
Aluminum hydroxide and Sucralfate: minor interaction.
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Summary
Both products contain aluminum, so combined use increases total aluminum exposure. In people with normal renal function this is of little consequence, but those with renal impairment may accumulate aluminum over time.
What this interaction means in plain words
Aluminum hydroxide and Sucralfate have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Aluminum hydroxide belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract; Sucralfate belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract.
Why it happens
Additive aluminum load, with small absorption that is poorly excreted in renal failure.
What to do
Avoid prolonged combined use in patients with renal impairment or dialysis. Otherwise no action is generally needed.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Aluminum hydroxide with Sucralfate?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Aluminum hydroxide and Sucralfate have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Both products contain aluminum, so combined use increases total aluminum exposure. In people with normal renal function this is of little consequence, but those with renal impairment may accumulate aluminum over time.
How serious is the interaction between Aluminum hydroxide and Sucralfate?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Avoid prolonged combined use in patients with renal impairment or dialysis. Otherwise no action is generally needed.
What other medicines interact with Aluminum hydroxide?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Aluminum hydroxide with, for example, Ciprofloxacin, Deferasirox, Dolutegravir. The full list is on the Aluminum hydroxide page.
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