Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide
About Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide
Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide belongs to the class of medications called mineral supplements indicated for controlling serum phosphorus levels in adult chronic kidney disease patients on haemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis.
Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide contains 'sucroferric oxyhydroxide'. It helps to lower phosphate levels in the blood and prevents complications caused by high phosphate levels in the blood, especially in dialysis patients who are unable to eliminate excess phosphate levels.
Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide can cause side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and indigestion in some cases. These side effects are not universal and vary from person to person. Please consult your doctor if you experience any of the side effects persistently.
Do not take Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide if you are allergic to any of the contents, if you have/had haemochromatosis, or iron overload disorder. Before using this medication, inform your doctor of any medical issues you may have. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The safety and efficacy of Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide in children blow 2years have not been established.
Uses of Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide
Medicinal Benefits
Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide contains sucroferric oxyhydroxide indicated for controlling serum phosphorus levels in adult chronic kidney disease patients on haemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis. Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide helps to lower phosphate levels in the blood and prevents issues caused by high phosphate levels in the blood, especially in dialysis patients who are unable to get rid of excess phosphate levels.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Indigestion
Drug Warnings
Do not take Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide if you are allergic to any of the contents, if you have/had haemochromatosis, or iron overload disorder. Notify your doctor if you have/had inflammation of the peritoneum, stomach/intestinal surgery, stomach and/or liver problems. Before using this medication, tell your doctor about any health complications you have. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide may interact with certain medications used to treat bladder cancer (erdafitinib), antibiotic (doxycycline), hormone (levothyroxine).
Drug-Food Interactions: Limit or quit the consumption of alcohol.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide may interact with disease conditions like hemochromatosis (extra iron builds up in the body).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is not recommended to drink alcohol while taking Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide because it may cause unpleasant side effects.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease seek advice from a healthcare professional. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionConsult your healthcare professional as there is no substantial research yet on the use of Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.
Driving
cautionIt is unknown whether Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide affects driving ability. Do not drive or operate machinery if you have any symptoms that impair your ability to concentrate or react.
Liver
cautionConsult your doctor if you have liver problems. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Kidney
cautionConsult your doctor if you have kidney problems.
Children
cautionThe safety and efficacy of Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide in children below 2years have not been established.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Reduce the amount of phosphorus in your foods and beverages.
- Eat low phosphorus foods such as sourdough bread, corn or rice cereals, cream of wheat, unsalted popcorn and some light-coloured sodas & lemonade.
- Avoid high phosphorus foods, including bran cereals, oatmeal, nuts, sunflower seeds, whole-grain bread and dark-coloured colas.
Special Advise
- To rule out the possibility of electrolyte imbalance, electrolyte levels should be monitored on a regular basis.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Hyperphosphatemia: Hyperphosphatemia is an electrolyte disorder characterised by an elevated phosphate level in the blood. Healthy kidneys balance phosphorus levels in the body by removing excess phosphorus from the blood. If you have kidney disease, your kidneys may not be able to eliminate excess phosphorus. It has the potential to be extremely harmful to one's health. High phosphorus levels do not always cause symptoms. Extra phosphorus in the blood can eliminate calcium from the bones and other parts of the body, resulting in low calcium (hypocalcemia).
FAQs
Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide helps to lower phosphate levels in the blood and prevents complications caused by high phosphate levels in the blood, especially in dialysis patients who are unable to eliminate excess phosphate levels.
No, it is a prescribed medication primarily used to keep serum phosphorus levels under control in adult chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients on haemodialysis (HD) or peritoneal dialysis (PD). Taking it on your own can result in undesirable side effects.
Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide may cause your stools to turn black. This could be an indication of bleeding in the digestive tract. Inform your doctor if you notice black stools, tiredness and breathlessness.
Diarrhoea could be an unintended consequence of Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide. If you have diarrhoea, drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. If you have severe diarrhoea or find blood in your stools, consult your physician.
