SEVELAMER

Overview

SEVELAMER is a Schedule H drug.
Sevelamer is a phosphate binder. Sevelamer helps prevent hypocalcemia (low levels of calcium in the body) caused by elevated phosphorus.Sevelamer is used to control phosphorus levels in people with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis.Sevelamer inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lower the phosphate levels in the blood.Sevelamer works by holding onto phosphate from the diet so that it can pass out of your body.

Usage

SEVELAMER is generally used to treat: Hypocalcemia
SEVELAMER can address symptoms like: Mouth Numbness, Mouth Tingling

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

SEVELAMER is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • You should not take sevelamer if you are allergic to it, or if you have a bowel obstruction.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.
  • Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Sevelamer powder must be dissolved in water before you take it.
  • Stir the powder in water until it is completely dissolved. Stir and drink this mixture right away. To get the entire dose, add a little more water to the same glass, swirl gently and drink right away.
  • While using sevelamer, you may need frequent blood tests.
  • Call your doctor if you have have trouble swallowing the tablet, or if it feels like it gets stuck in your esophagus after you swallow it.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • You may be taking other medicines that should not be taken at the same time.
  • Taking sevelamer can make it harder for your body to absorb certain drugs, making them less effective:Do not take calcium or other mineral supplements without your doctor’s advice.

Common Side-Effects

SEVELAMER : Diarrhoea, Constipation, Gas, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Fatigue (tiredness), Increased Passing Gas, Abdomen Discomfort

Serious Side-Effects

SEVELAMER : Dyspepsia, Flatulence, Indigestion, Belching, Abdomen Discomfort, Chest Pain, Difficulty Breathing, Upper Abdomen Pain

Disease Interactions

SEVELAMER can interfere with: Intestinal Obstruction, Dysphagia

Technical Classification

SEVELAMER is categorized as: PHOSPHATE BINDERS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with SEVELAMER as Ingredient

ACUTROL 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
ACUTROL 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800 MG
ACUTROL C 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400 MG
ACUTROL C 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
BIOSEV 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
BIOSEV C 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
BIOSEV C 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
FORSEMER 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
FORSEMER 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
FOSCHEK S 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
FOSCHEK S 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
FOSEAL 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
FOSEAL 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
FOSEAL C 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
FOSEAL C 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
LEXORUS 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
NEPHLOMER 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
NEPHLOMER 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
PEBIND 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
PHOSCUT 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400 MG
PHOSCUT 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
RENECAR 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
RENVELA 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
RENVELA 800MG SACHSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
RENVELA 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
SELBO 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
SEVBAIT 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
SEVBAIT 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800 MG
SEVCAR SACHSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
SEVHOLD 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
SEVHOLD 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
SEVLAREN 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
SEVLAREN 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
SEVLOGEN 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
SEVLOGEN 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
SEVPOS 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
SEVPOS 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG
VELACAR 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
ZYNACAR 400MG TABSEVELAMER 400.0 MG
ZYNACAR 800MG TABSEVELAMER 800.0 MG