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Sevincio Tablet

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Composition FOR Sevincio 800mg Tablet

Sevelamer(800mg)

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Sevincio Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Sevincio Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Sevincio 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
Sevincio 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 Sevincio 800mg Tablet

Sevelamer(800mg)

Sevincio 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 sevincio tablet works

Sevincio Tablet inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lower the phosphate levels in the blood.

Common side effects of sevincio tablet

Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Flatulence, Vomiting, Constipation, Nausea, Hypersensitivity

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Expert advice FOR Sevincio 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 Sevincio 800mg Tablet

Sevelamer

Q. Is Sevincio Tablet taken with food?
Yes, Sevincio 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 Sevincio Tablet works by binding to phosphate from food. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can Sevincio Tablet be crushed?
No, you should not crush, chew, or break Sevincio Tablet into pieces. You should swallow it as a whole with water.
Q. Why is it important for me to take Sevincio Tablet?
It is important to take Sevincio 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 Sevincio Tablet, as it binds phosphate from food in the digestive tract.
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Q. Does Sevincio Tablet cause constipation?
A common side effect of Sevincio Tablet is constipation, though it does not occur in everyone. The other common side effects of the stomach and intestine include diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence, and pain in the abdomen. Immediately consult your doctor if these side effects become severe and disturb you.
Q. Who should not take Sevincio Tablet?
Patients who are allergic to Sevincio Tablet and who have low levels of phosphate in blood should avoid taking Sevincio Tablet. Additionally, patients having intestinal obstruction should also avoid using Sevincio Tablet.
Q. Can I take ciprofloxacin while I am taking Sevincio Tablet?
Ciprofloxacin may interfere with the working of Sevincio Tablet and therefore it should not be taken at the same time as Sevincio Tablet. However, if taken together then a gap of at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Sevincio Tablet should be maintained.
Q. How long do I need to take Sevincio Tablet?
Continue taking Sevincio Tablet as long as recommended by your doctor. Sevincio Tablet lowers your dietary phosphate levels but does not cure your disease. Hence, you may have to take it lifelong, as stopping Sevincio Tablet may increase your phosphate levels.
Q. Do I need to have any tests while taking Sevincio Tablet?
Yes, serum phosphate levels should be monitored regularly while you are taking Sevincio Tablet. Also, the use of Sevincio Tablet may decrease the levels of vitamin D, A, E, K, and folic acid and hence the levels need to be monitored during the treatment.

Content on this page was last updated on 01 November, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)