A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has peptic ulcer disease and a new prescription for sucralfate tablets. Which of the following information should the nurse provide?
"Store sucralfate in the refrigerator."
"Take sucralfate 1 hr before meals."
"Take the tablets whole."
"An antacid may be taken with the medication if indigestion occurs."
The Correct Answer is B
B. Taking sucralfate before meals allows it to form a protective coating on the ulcer, which can help to reduce irritation and promote healing.
A. Storing sucralfate in the refrigerator is unnecessary. Sucralfate tablets should be stored at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
C. It can be dissolved or broken
D. Antacids can interfere with the effectiveness of sucralfate by altering its pH-dependent mechanism of action. Therefore, they should be taken at least 30 minutes before or after sucralfate.
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