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food interaction for Phoscut Tablet
alcohol interaction for Phoscut Tablet
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lactation interaction for Phoscut Tablet
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Phoscut 400 Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Phoscut 400 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Phoscut 400 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Phoscut 400 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Phoscut 400mg Tablet
Sevelamer(400mg)
Phoscut tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of High phosphate levels in blood. It is used in patients with kidney problems and on dialysis.
How phoscut tablet works
Phoscut 400 Tablet inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lower the phosphate levels in the blood.
Common side effects of phoscut tablet
Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Flatulence, Vomiting, Constipation, Nausea, Hypersensitivity
SUBSTITUTES FOR Phoscut Tablet
110 Substitutes
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Expert advice FOR Phoscut Tablet
- Sevelamer is used to control blood phosphate level in patients that are on dialysis treatment.
- You must take it with food and stick to the diet prescribed by your doctor.
- You may develop low levels of calcium, folic acid, and vitamins A,D,E, and K in your blood. Your doctor may prescribe supplements, if necessary.
- Avoid taking any other medicine 1 hour before or 3 hours after taking Sevelamer.
- Inform your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, constipation, pain in the abdomen, or if you have undergone any major stomach surgery.
- Sevelamer is used to control blood phosphate level in patients that are on dialysis treatment.
- You must take it with food and stick to the diet prescribed by your doctor.
- You may develop low levels of calcium, folic acid, and vitamins A,D,E, and K in your blood. Your doctor may prescribe supplements, if necessary.
- Avoid taking any other medicine 1 hour before or 3 hours after taking Sevelamer.
- Inform your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, constipation, pain in the abdomen, or if you have undergone any major stomach surgery.
Frequently asked questions FOR Phoscut 400mg Tablet
Sevelamer
Q. Is Phoscut 400 Tablet taken with food?
Yes, Phoscut 400 Tablet can be taken with food. It is recommended to take 1-2 tablets (based on individual needs) thrice daily. It is important to take it with meals because Phoscut 400 Tablet works by binding to phosphate from food. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can Phoscut 400 Tablet be crushed?
No, you should not crush, chew, or break Phoscut 400 Tablet into pieces. You should swallow it as a whole with water.
Q. Why is it important for me to take Phoscut 400 Tablet?
It is important to take Phoscut 400 Tablet as patients undergoing dialysis cannot control the phosphate levels in their blood, especially after a meal. When the level of phosphate exceeds above the range in the blood, it may cause problems such as itchy skin, red eyes, high blood pressure, bone pain, and also increase the risk of fractures. These increased serum phosphate levels are reduced by Phoscut 400 Tablet, as it binds phosphate from food in the digestive tract.