Table 1: Qualitative Degree and Strength of Polymerization.

Sucralfate Entity

Degree of Polymerization

Sucralfate tablet/powder (inert)

None

Sucralfate Suspension (inert)

Minimal

WP-Sucralfate

Moderate

GAP/MAP - Sucralfate

High

OAP-Sucralfate

Extreme

WP- water polymeration ; GAP- gastric acid polymerization; MAP- mineral acid polymerization; OAP - organic acid polymerization