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| Saturday, 10 February 2001 18:30 | ||||
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Two common medications used in this class are listed below. Use the links in the tabs menu above for more information on each drug. Carafate (Sulcralfate) & oral suspension Helps protect the tissue of the esophagus by coating it with a thick, protective layer Cytotec (Misoprostol)
Misoprostol is a synthetic prostaglandin. Prostaglandins are substances naturally found in the body. In the stomach they are believed to protect the inner stomach lining.
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