DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT

DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT is used to treat increased phosphate levels in the blood. It is used in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease. It inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lowers the phosphate levels in the blood.

DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT should be taken with food. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it regularly and at a fixed time each day to get the maximum benefit of the medicine.

DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea. You may also develop low levels of calcium, folic acid, and vitamins A, D, E, and K in your blood. Take necessary supplements as advised by your doctor.

High phosphate levels in blood

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT is to be taken with food.

DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lower the phosphate levels in the blood.

If you miss a dose of DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT 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 DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT.

Inform your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, constipation, pain in the abdomen, or if you have undergone any major stomach surgery.

Q. Is DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT taken with food?

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

Q. Can DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT be crushed?

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

Q. Why is it important for me to take DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT?

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

Q. Does DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT cause constipation?

A common side effect of DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT 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 DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT?

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

Q. Can I take ciprofloxacin while I am taking DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT?

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

Q. How long do I need to take DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT?

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

Q. Do I need to have any tests while taking DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT?

Yes, serum phosphate levels should be monitored regularly while you are taking DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT. Also, the use of DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT 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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Our body needs phosphate for various life functions such as strengthening of bones and teeth, production of energy, and forming outer layers of cells in our body called the cell membrane. But too much phosphate in our blood can cause serious complications such as heart attack, stroke as well as kidney damage. DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT helps to lower the phosphate levels in our blood and prevents these complications particularly in patients who are on dialysis and are unable to get rid of excess phosphate levels through kidneys. Take DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT as prescribed by the doctor to get the most of this medicine.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Diarrhea

Constipation

Flatulence

Upper abdominal pain

Vomiting

Nausea

Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT 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.

Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT is recommended.However, regular monitoring of calcium levels is advisable in these patients.

Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of DavaIndia Sevelamer 400mg Tablet DT may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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