Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet
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Product introduction
Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet is a medicine used to treat high phosphate levels in blood. It helps to lower the phosphate levels in our blood and prevents complications that can be caused by high phosphate levels in blood, particularly in patients who are on dialysis and are unable to get rid of excess phosphate levels.
Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet should be taken with food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on the severity of your condition. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly. Take it for as long as the doctor has prescribed for maximum benefits.
The most common side effects of this medicine are discolored stool and diarrhea. If you are bothered by these or experience any other symptoms on taking this medicine, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking, if any. It is generally safe to be used by pregnant and breastfeeding women, however, to make sure it is safe for you, consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet should be taken with food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on the severity of your condition. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly. Take it for as long as the doctor has prescribed for maximum benefits.
The most common side effects of this medicine are discolored stool and diarrhea. If you are bothered by these or experience any other symptoms on taking this medicine, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking, if any. It is generally safe to be used by pregnant and breastfeeding women, however, to make sure it is safe for you, consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Uses of Sucrobind Chewable Tablet
Benefits of Sucrobind Chewable Tablet
In Treatment of High phosphate levels in blood
Our body needs phosphate for various life functions such as strengthening of bones and teeth, production of energy, improve the function of nerves and muscles. But too much phosphate in our blood can cause serious complications such as heart attack, stroke as well as kidney damage. Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet helps to lower the phosphate levels in our blood and prevents these complications particularly in patients who are on dialysis and are unable to get rid of excess phosphate levels through kidneys. Take Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet as prescribed by the doctor to get the most of this medicine.
Side effects of Sucrobind Chewable Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Sucrobind
- Discoloration of stool
- Diarrhea
How to use Sucrobind Chewable Tablet
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Take this medication by mouth. Chew it completely before swallowing, or as directed by your doctor. Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Sucrobind Chewable Tablet works
Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet contains Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide, an iron-based, calcium-free phosphate binder that binds to the dietary phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) and prevents its uptake into the blood, when taken with meals.This way, it helps treat high phosphate levels in the blood.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Sucrobind Chewable Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Sucrobind 500mg Chewable Tablet is used to control phosphorus levels in people with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis.
- It works best if you take it with meals.
- This medicine may discolor your stools black. This is normal and nothing to worry about.
- Your doctor might ask you to get blood tests done at regular intervals.
- Inform your doctor if you have excess iron in your blood, stomach, or liver problems.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
O-glycosyl compounds
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Sucroferric oxyhydroxide [FDA Label]. Waltham, MA: Fresenius Medical Care North America; 2014. [Accessed 21 Jul. 2021] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Address: Behind Rajpath Club, Kensville Road, Opp. Infostretch Building, Off S.G. Highway, Ahmedabad- 380059, Gujarat- India
Country of origin: India
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6.0 Chewable Tablets in 1 strip
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