Sucralfate is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the stomach and intestines. It works by forming a protective barrier over the ulcer site, shielding it from stomach acid and allowing it to heal. It’s also used in conditions like gastritis and GERD to reduce irritation and promote mucosal healing. Its therapeutic use is listed as dermatologicals, gastrointestinal agents and wound-healing agents. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Keal and Sucralfatum. Its PubChem CID is 121494085.
Sucralfate
| CAS No | 54182-58-0 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C12H54Al9O55S8 |
| Molecular Weight | 1577.9 g/mol |
| Synonyms | Hexadeca-μ-hydroxytetracosahydroxy[μ8-[1,3,4,6-tetra-O-sulfo-β-Dfructofuranosyl-α-D-glucopyranoside tetrakis(hydrogen sulfato)8-)]]hexadecaaluminum |
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Sucralfate is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the stomach and intestines. It works by forming a protective barrier over the ulcer site, shielding it from stomach acid and allowing it to heal.
The listed CAS number is 54182-58-0.
The listed molecular formula is C12H54Al9O55S8.
The listed molecular weight is 1577.9 g/mol.
Hexadeca-μ-hydroxytetracosahydroxy[μ8-[1,3,4,6-tetra-O-sulfo-β-Dfructofuranosyl-α-D-glucopyranoside tetrakis(hydrogen sulfato)8-)]]hexadecaaluminum.
The source lists Keal and Sucralfatum.