Sucrose

Sucrose is a disaccharide sugar, commonly known as table sugar, used as a sweetener in various pharmaceutical formulations. It is utilized to improve the taste of medicines and to aid in the palatability of oral medications.

Indications

-Used as a sweetening agent in oral medications. -Can be used to mask the bitter taste of certain drugs. -Helps improve patient compliance by making medications more palatable.

Dosage

-Dosage varies depending on the specific formulation and the patient's needs. -Typically, it is added in small quantities to improve taste, not to exceed the recommended amount for taste masking.

Contra-Indications

Contraindicated in patients with hereditary fructose intolerance (HFI), as it can exacerbate the condition.

Special Precautions

-Use with caution in patients with diabetes mellitus or other conditions requiring sugar restriction. -Monitor for potential hyperglycemia in diabetic patients.

Side Effects

Rarely causes side effects; however, excessive consumption may lead to hyperglycemia or gastrointestinal discomfort.

Drug Interactions

-May interact with medications affecting glucose metabolism. -Potential interactions with drugs that require precise dosage adjustments due to sugar content.