Sucraid

Sucraid is an enzyme made from yeast that replaces a natural enzyme called sucrase, which the body normally produces. Sucrase helps the body break down and process certain sugars during digestion. When people do not have enough sucrase, sugar can go into the intestines and interact with bacteria. This can lead to bloating, gas, stomach pain, and watery diarrhea.

Sucraid is used to treat sucrase deficiency in people with congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency (CSID). CSID is a genetic condition that affects enzyme production, and this medicine will not cure the condition.

Do not use Sucraid to treat any medical issue that has not been evaluated by your doctor. Sucraid is not for treating general indigestion or stomach problems caused by other conditions.

Sucraid may also be used for purposes not mentioned in this medication guide.

Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take Sucraid in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Sucraid sometimes causes a severe allergic reaction. Before you start the medicine, your doctor may recommend a skin test to make sure you are not allergic to this medicine.

Your doctor may want to give your first dose of this medicine in a hospital or clinic setting to quickly treat any serious side effects that occur. A severe allergic reaction could occur which may require immediate care.

Sucraid is usually taken with each meal or snack. It is best to take one half of the dose when you start eating and take the other half during your meal or snack.

This medicine comes with patient instructions for safe and effective use. Follow these directions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Measure your dose using the scoop provided with Sucraid. Rinse and dry the scoop after each use.

Sucraid liquid should be mixed with 2 to 4 ounces of water, milk, or baby formula that is no hotter than room temperature. Do not mix with warm or hot liquids or the medicine will not be as effective.

Do not mix Sucraid with fruit juice or drink fruit juice when taking the medicine.

Sucraid may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes a special diet. Follow the diet plan created for you by your doctor or nutrition counselor. Get familiar with the list of foods you must avoid to help control your condition.

Store this medicine in the refrigerator. Do not freeze. Protect from light. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

When you first open a bottle of sacrosidase, write the date on the label. Throw away any unused Sucraid 4 weeks after first opening the bottle.

Sucraid can sometimes cause a severe allergic reaction. Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to yeast, yeast products, glycerin (glycerol), or papain (Accuzyme, Ethezyme, Gladase, Kovia, and others).

To make sure Sucraid is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have diabetes. This medicine changes how your body absorbs sugar and your glucose levels may change. Your doctor will tell you if any of your medication doses need to be changed.

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known if Sucraid will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine.

Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby while taking Sucraid.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Sucraid may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor right away if you have:

• worsening stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea; or
• feeling very thirsty or hot, being unable to urinate, heavy sweating, or hot and dry skin.

Some of these side effects may be symptoms of your CSID condition and not actual side effects of sacrosidase.

Common side effects of Sucraid may include:

• stomach pain, mild nausea;
• mild diarrhea, constipation;
• sleep problems (insomnia);
• headache; or
• feeling nervous.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

An overdose of Sucraid is unlikely to cause any symptoms.

You may need to limit your intake of starch, which is mainly found in rice, potatoes, corn, pasta, and bread. Follow your doctor's instructions regarding any special diet while taking Sucraid.

Follow your doctor's instructions about any other food or drink restrictions while using Sucraid.

Other drugs may interact with sacrosidase, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.