Usual Adult Dose for Duodenal Ulcer:
1 g orally 4 times a day
-Duration of therapy: 4 to 8 weeks
Comments:
-Each dose should be taken on an empty stomach.
-For most patients, treatment should continue for 4 to 8 weeks; however, treatment may be stopped early if healing is demonstrated on x-ray/endoscopic tests.
-Antacids may be given, but use should be separated by at least 30 minutes.
Use: Short-term treatment of active duodenal ulcers
Usual Adult Dose for Duodenal Ulcer Prophylaxis:
Oral Tablets: 1 g orally 2 times a day
-Duration of therapy: Up to 1 year
Comments:
-Each dose should be taken on an empty stomach.
-Controlled studies did not extend beyond 12 months.
Use: Maintenance therapy for patients after healing of acute duodenal ulcers
 Detailed Carafate dosage information
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
