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Velnate 400mg Tablet

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Swarion Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Sevelamer (400mg)

Overview Velnate 400mg Tablet

Fosrenol 400mg tablets manage elevated blood phosphate levels, specifically in dialysis patients with advanced kidney disease. This medication works by reducing intestinal phosphate absorption, thereby decreasing blood phosphate concentrations. Administer Fosrenol 400mg tablets with food, adhering strictly to your doctor's prescribed dosage and schedule for optimal results. Consistent, timely intake is crucial. Potential side effects include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, constipation, and diarrhea. Reduced blood levels of calcium and vitamins A, D, E, K, and folic acid may also occur; supplemental intake, as directed by your physician, may be necessary.

Uses of Velnate 400mg Tablet

Elevated serum phosphorus concentration

Major Benefits of Velnate 400mg Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as directed by your physician, adhering to the prescribed dosage and treatment period. Ingest the 400mg Velnate tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. It should be taken with a meal.

Common Side effects of Velnate 400mg Tablet:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Flatulence
  • Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Nausea

How to use Velnate 400mg Tablet:

Consume this medication according to your doctor's prescribed dosage and schedule. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. It's recommended to take the Velnate 400mg Tablet with a meal.

How Velnate 400mg Tablet works:

Velnate 400mg tablets reduce blood phosphate by interfering with intestinal phosphate uptake.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of alcohol consumption alongside Velnate 400mg Tablet is undetermined. Seek medical advice before combining them.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Velnate 400mg tablets during pregnancy may pose risks. While human data is scarce, animal research indicates potential harm to a fetus. A physician will assess the potential advantages against possible dangers prior to prescribing. Seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Use of the 400mg Velnate tablet while breastfeeding is likely safe. Available human data indicates minimal risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Driving ability while taking Velnate 400mg tablets is undetermined. Refrain from operating a vehicle if experiencing symptoms impairing concentration or reaction time.

KidneyKidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

The 400mg Velnate tablet presents no known safety concerns for patients with kidney disease; dose alteration is unnecessary. Nevertheless, routine calcium level checks are recommended for such individuals.

LiverLiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

The use of Velnate 400mg tablets in patients with liver disease appears to present a low risk. Existing evidence indicates that dosage modification may be unnecessary for this patient group. However, medical advice should always be sought.

What if you forget to take Velnate 400mg Tablet :

Omit any missed Velnate 400mg Tablet dose and resume your usual regimen. Avoid taking a double dose.

Facts to Know About Velnate 400mg Tablet

LabelValue
Chemical Category Oxirane
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category KINSHIP

FAQs on Velnate 400mg Tablet

Velnate 400mg tablets should be taken with meals. The recommended dosage is 1-2 tablets three times daily, as directed by your doctor, since the medication binds to phosphate in food.
Do not crush, chew, or break Velnate 400mg Tablets. Swallow the tablet whole with water.
Velnate 400mg tablets are crucial for dialysis patients because they can't regulate blood phosphate levels, particularly post-meal. Elevated phosphate can lead to skin itching, red eyes, hypertension, bone pain, and increased fracture risk. Velnate 400mg tablets mitigate this by binding dietary phosphate in the digestive system, lowering serum phosphate levels.
Velnate 400mg Tablets may cause constipation, though this isn't universal. Other common gastrointestinal side effects include diarrhea, indigestion, gas, and abdominal pain. Seek immediate medical attention if these side effects worsen or become bothersome.
Velnate 400mg Tablets should be avoided by patients with a Velnate allergy, low blood phosphate levels, or intestinal obstruction.
Taking Ciprofloxacin concurrently with Velnate 400mg Tablet is not recommended due to potential interactions. If taken together, allow at least a 2-hour interval before or a 6-hour interval after taking Velnate 400mg Tablet.
Follow your doctor's instructions for taking Velnate 400mg Tablets. While these tablets reduce high phosphate levels from your diet, they don't cure the underlying condition. Therefore, long-term use may be necessary, as stopping treatment could lead to a rise in phosphate levels.
Regular monitoring of serum phosphate levels is necessary during Velnate 400mg Tablet treatment. Velnate 400mg Tablet may also lower vitamin D, A, E, K, and folic acid levels, requiring their monitoring as well.
Velnate 400mg Tablet
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MRP 225
13% off