Name: Sevelam 800 Tablet
Brand: Rencord Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
SKU: 66e3540e2acee465a4c370ad
Price: 288.00 INR
Availability: InStock

Question 1

Q. Is Sevelam 800 Tablet taken with food?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sevelam 800 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 Sevelam 800 Tablet works by binding to phosphate from food. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.

Question 2

Q. Can Sevelam 800 Tablet be crushed?

Accepted Answer

No, you should not crush, chew, or break Sevelam 800 Tablet into pieces. You should swallow it as a whole with water.

Question 3

Q. Why is it important for me to take Sevelam 800 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

It is important to take Sevelam 800 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 Sevelam 800 Tablet, as it binds phosphate from food in the digestive tract.

Question 4

Q. Does Sevelam 800 Tablet cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

A common side effect of Sevelam 800 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.

Question 5

Q. Who should not take Sevelam 800 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Patients who are allergic to Sevelam 800 Tablet and who have low levels of phosphate in blood should avoid taking Sevelam 800 Tablet. Additionally, patients having intestinal obstruction should also avoid using Sevelam 800 Tablet.

Question 6

Q. Can I take ciprofloxacin while I am taking Sevelam 800 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Ciprofloxacin may interfere with the working of Sevelam 800 Tablet and therefore it should not be taken at the same time as Sevelam 800 Tablet. However, if taken together then a gap of at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Sevelam 800 Tablet should be maintained.

Question 7

Q. How long do I need to take Sevelam 800 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Continue taking Sevelam 800 Tablet as long as recommended by your doctor. Sevelam 800 Tablet lowers your dietary phosphate levels but does not cure your disease. Hence, you may have to take it lifelong, as stopping Sevelam 800 Tablet may increase your phosphate levels.

Question 8

Q. Do I need to have any tests while taking Sevelam 800 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Yes, serum phosphate levels should be monitored regularly while you are taking Sevelam 800 Tablet. Also, the use of Sevelam 800 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.

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