Sevmune 400 Tablet
Manufacturer
Immune Biotech Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Sevelamer (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Sevmune 400 Tablet is used to treat increased phosphate levels in the blood, particularly in patients undergoing dialysis due to severe kidney disease.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Sevmune 400 Tablet is prescribed to manage elevated phosphate levels in the blood, especially for patients on dialysis due to severe kidney disease. It works by inhibiting the absorption of phosphate from the intestine, thereby reducing phosphate levels in the blood. While effective, it may cause side effects such as low levels of calcium, folic acid, and vitamins A, D, E, and K. Patients should adhere to their prescribed diet and take the medication with food. It is important to inform the doctor of any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, constipation, or abdominal pain, and to avoid taking other medications close to the time of taking Sevmune 400 Tablet.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Sevmune 400 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Sevmune 400 Tablet inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lowers the phosphate levels in the blood.
Quick Tips
Sevmune 400 Tablet is used to control blood phosphate levels in patients on dialysis treatment. 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 Sevmune 400 Tablet. Inform your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, constipation, pain in the abdomen, or if you have undergone any major stomach surgery.