Name: Sevgia 400mg Tablet
Brand: Hygeia Pharmaceuticals
SKU: 66e356012acee465a4c6df74
Price: 76.00 INR
Availability: InStock

Question 1

Q. Is Sevgia 400mg Tablet taken with food?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sevgia 400mg 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 Sevgia 400mg Tablet works by binding to phosphate from food. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.

Question 2

Q. Can Sevgia 400mg Tablet be crushed?

Accepted Answer

No, you should not crush, chew, or break Sevgia 400mg Tablet into pieces. You should swallow it as a whole with water.

Question 3

Q. Why is it important for me to take Sevgia 400mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

It is important to take Sevgia 400mg 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 Sevgia 400mg Tablet, as it binds phosphate from food in the digestive tract.

Question 4

Q. Does Sevgia 400mg Tablet cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

A common side effect of Sevgia 400mg 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 Sevgia 400mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Patients who are allergic to Sevgia 400mg Tablet and who have low levels of phosphate in blood should avoid taking Sevgia 400mg Tablet. Additionally, patients having intestinal obstruction should also avoid using Sevgia 400mg Tablet.

Question 6

Q. Can I take ciprofloxacin while I am taking Sevgia 400mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Ciprofloxacin may interfere with the working of Sevgia 400mg Tablet and therefore it should not be taken at the same time as Sevgia 400mg Tablet. However, if taken together then a gap of at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Sevgia 400mg Tablet should be maintained.

Question 7

Q. How long do I need to take Sevgia 400mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Continue taking Sevgia 400mg Tablet as long as recommended by your doctor. Sevgia 400mg Tablet lowers your dietary phosphate levels but does not cure your disease. Hence, you may have to take it lifelong, as stopping Sevgia 400mg Tablet may increase your phosphate levels.

Question 8

Q. Do I need to have any tests while taking Sevgia 400mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Yes, serum phosphate levels should be monitored regularly while you are taking Sevgia 400mg Tablet. Also, the use of Sevgia 400mg 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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