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Fosum 400mg Tablet 10s

Name: Fosum 400mg Tablet 10s
SKU: strip of 10 tablets
Price: 162 INR
Availability: InStock

by Mediart Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

Salt CompositionSevelamer (400mg)

₹180₹162

(strip of 10 tablets)

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Introduction to Fosum 400mg Tablet 10s

It is used for the management and treatment of increased levels of phosphate in the bloodstream.

The medicine is prescribed to kidney patients who are on dialysis.

Safety Advice for Fosum 400mg Tablet 10s

Moderate risk
High risk
Safe

It is probably safe to use the drug by the liver patients. Some evidences showcased requirement to adjust the dose; you may consult a doctor for safety and efficacy.

It is probabye safe to use the drug by the kidney patients. There is no need to adjust the dose however it is advised to regualrly monitor the level of calcium.

There is no negative interaction of drug has been found while interacted with alcohol.

It does not seem to impair the driving ability.

Using this drug during pregnancy can be unsafe. It is necessary to consult a doctor before starting the drug to ensure safety of the developing baby and mother.

It is considered to be safe to use the drug while breastfeeding.

How Fosum 400mg Tablet 10s works

It blocks the phosphate absorption from the intestine and alleviates the levels of phosphate in the blood.

How To Use Fosum 400mg Tablet 10s

The medicine should be taken after having a meal.
The dose and duration should be followed as per the doctor's suggestion.
Take the dose on a regular basis and try to be consistent for the optimal results.
Swallow the dose as whole without chewing, breaking, and crushing it.

Special Precautions About Fosum 400mg Tablet 10s

Careful monitoring of drug interactions and side effects are required.
Consultation with healthcare professionals dor personalized health management is required.

Benefits Of Fosum 400mg Tablet 10s

Helps gto reduce increased phsophate levels in blood.

Side Effects Of Fosum 400mg Tablet 10s

diarrhea
nausea
constipation
vomiting
abdominal pain

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Fosum 400mg Tablet 10s

If missed a dose take it when you remember. Do not double the dose to compensate for the missed one.

Health And Lifestyle

One may combat the health problem by making some lifetsyle modifications like regular exercise, balanced diet, stress management, sufficient sleep, hydration, and avoiding harmful habits like excessive alcohol consumption and smoking.

Drug Interaction

Levothyroxine (Thyroid hormone)
Ciprofloxacin (Antibiotic)

Drug Food Interaction

Calcium-rich foods
Iron supplements

Disease Explanation

Increased phosphate level in the blood may lead to weakened bones, it increase calcium deposit in tissues that ultimately may lead to pose the risk of several cardiovascular disease.

Written By

Rakshita Garg

M.Pharma

Content Updated on

Saturday, 13 July, 2024