Sucralfate
21 NDCs across 15 manufacturers|19 Generic,2 Brand
Sucralfate is used to treat duodenal ulcer, esophagitis, gastritis, pneumonia, stomach ulcer and stomatitis, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.
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The brand product was first FDA-approved before 1982, and the first generic was approved Mar 29, 1996. FDA's Orange Book lists 14 AB-rated (therapeutically equivalent) products for this ingredient. In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $130 million on Sucralfate across 2.4 million claims for 851,000 beneficiaries.
Sucralfate is available as 21 NDCs from 15 manufacturers (19 generic, 2 brand), with NADAC prices from $0.17 to $4.73 per EA — the most expensive product costs about 27× the cheapest. Every pack size and labeler in this drug market is compared side-by-side below.
Total NDCs
21
19G / 2B
Manufacturers
15
competing in market
Price Spread
$0.17 – $4.73
per EA, 13 of 21 NDCs
7d Activity
avg -0.7% WoW · of 21 NDCs
Market Price Trend
Monthly average NADAC per unit, split by generic and brand.
Manufacturer Breakdown
15 manufacturers producing SUCRALFATE(1 pricing outlier)
| Drug ↕ | Price | 7d Change ↕ |
|---|---|---|
CARAFATE 1 GM TABLET | $4.7332 per EA | -0.18% |
CARAFATE 1 GM/10 ML SUSP | $0.6104 per ML | — |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM TABLET | $0.1787 per EA | — |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM TABLET | $0.1725 per EA | -3.50% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM TABLET | $0.1725 per EA | -3.50% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM TABLET | $0.1725 per EA | -3.50% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM TABLET | $0.1725 per EA | -3.50% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM TABLET | $0.1725 per EA | -3.50% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM TABLET | $0.1725 per EA | -3.50% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM TABLET | $0.1725 per EA | -3.50% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM TABLET | $0.1725 per EA | -3.50% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM TABLET | $0.1725 per EA | -3.50% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM TABLET | $0.1725 per EA | -3.50% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM TABLET | $0.1725 per EA | -3.50% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM/10 ML SUSP | $0.1209 per ML | +4.86% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM/10 ML SUSP | $0.1209 per ML | +4.86% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM/10 ML SUSP | $0.1209 per ML | +4.86% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM/10 ML SUSP | $0.1209 per ML | +4.86% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM/10 ML SUSP | $0.1209 per ML | +4.86% |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM/10 ML SUSP | $0.1153 per ML | — |
SUCRALFATE 1 GM/10 ML SUSP | $0.1129 per ML | +2.07% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sucralfate used to treat?
Sucralfate is used to treat duodenal ulcer, esophagitis, gastritis, pneumonia, stomach ulcer and stomatitis, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.
When did Sucralfate become available as a generic?
FDA approved the first generic Sucralfate (ANDA) on Mar 29, 1996. The Orange Book currently lists 14 AB-rated products for this ingredient, meaning FDA considers them therapeutically equivalent to the brand.
How much does Medicare spend on Sucralfate?
In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $130 million on Sucralfate across 2.4 million claims for 851,000 beneficiaries.
How many Sucralfate products are on the market?
The Sucralfate drug market contains 21 NDCs from 15 manufacturers — 19 generic and 2 brand products.
What is the price range for Sucralfate?
NADAC reference prices for Sucralfate range from $0.1725 to $4.7332 per EA — the most expensive product costs about 27× the cheapest. 8 additional products are priced per different units (e.g. liquids per ML) and aren't directly comparable.
Is generic Sucralfate cheaper than brand?
The average generic NADAC for Sucralfate is $0.1730 per EA, versus $4.7332 for brand-labeled products — brand versions average about 27× the generic price.
Which manufacturers make Sucralfate?
15 manufacturers list Sucralfate in NADAC. Ranked by number of NDCs, the largest are Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. (3), Allergan, Inc. (2), Amneal Pharmaceuticals NY LLC (2), Greenstone LLC (2), Viona Pharmaceuticals Inc. (2).
How has the price of Sucralfate changed recently?
Over the past 7 days, 6 Sucralfate NDCs rose and 12 fell, with a market-wide average change of -0.7%.