Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medications called phosphate binder, which works by binding phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract and decreasing its absorption. This lowers the phosphate concentration in the body. It effectively reduces excess phosphate levels in the blood, prevents the unsafe buildup of phosphate in your body, helps keep your bones strong, and decreases the risk of heart disease and strokes. Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's controls hyperphosphataemia (high blood phosphate levels) in adult patients on dialysis (a blood clearance technique), patients undergoing hemodialysis (using a blood filtration machine) or peritoneal dialysis (where the fluid is pumped into the abdomen and an internal body membrane filters the blood), and patients with chronic kidney disease.

FAQs

How Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's works?

Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's is in a class of medications called phosphate binders. Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's works by holding onto phosphate from the diet so that it can pass out of your body.

Can I take ciprofloxacin while I am taking Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's?

No, ciprofloxacin may interfere with the working of Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's; therefore, it should not be taken simultaneously as Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's.

How does Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's work?

Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's works by holding onto phosphate from the food so that it can pass out of your body. Decreasing blood phosphate levels can help keep your bones strong, prevent unsafe buildup of minerals in your body, and possibly decrease the risk of heart disease and strokes that can result from high phosphate levels.

Does Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's cause constipation?

Yes, constipation is the common side effect of Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's, though it does not occur in everyone. Please consult your doctor if the side effect becomes severe and disturb you.

Do I need to have any tests while taking Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's?

Yes, serum phosphate levels should be monitored regularly while you are taking Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's. The use of Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's may decrease the levels of vitamin D, A, E, K, and folic acid and hence the levels need to be monitored during the treatment.

Can I stop taking Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's on my own?

No, Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's is a class of medications called phosphate binder used to control the phosphate level in blood. If you stop taking Sevlagest-400 Tablet 10's, your phosphate levels may elevate again. Please consult your doctor.