Pebind
Pebind Products are primarily used for
About Pebind Products
Uses of Pebind Products
Sevelamer is used in the treatment of High phosphate levels in blood. It is used in patients with kidney problems and on dialysis.
Pebind Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Pebind are Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Flatulence, Vomiting, Constipation, Nausea, Dyspepsia.
How Pebind Products work
Sevelamer inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lower the phosphate levels in the blood. Sevelamer inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lower the phosphate levels in the blood.
Patient Concerns about Pebind Products
Frequently asked questions about Pebind Products
Frequently asked questions about Sevelamer
Q. Is Pebind 400mg Tablet taken with food?
Yes, Pebind 400mg Tablet can be taken with food. It is recommended to take 1-2 tablets (based on individual needs) thrice daily. It is important to take it with meals because Pebind 400mg Tablet works by binding to phosphate from food. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can Pebind 400mg Tablet be crushed?
No, you should not crush, chew, or break Pebind 400mg Tablet into pieces. You should swallow it as a whole with water.
Q. Why is it important for me to take Pebind 400mg Tablet?
It is important to take Pebind 400mg Tablet as patients undergoing dialysis cannot control the phosphate levels in their blood, especially after a meal. When the level of phosphate exceeds above the range in the blood, it may cause problems such as itchy skin, red eyes, high blood pressure, bone pain, and also increase the risk of fractures. These increased serum phosphate levels are reduced by Pebind 400mg Tablet, as it binds phosphate from food in the digestive tract.
Q. Does Pebind 400mg Tablet cause constipation?
A common side effect of Pebind 400mg Tablet is constipation, though it does not occur in everyone. The other common side effects of the stomach and intestine include diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence, and pain in the abdomen. Immediately consult your doctor if these side effects become severe and disturb you.
Q. Who should not take Pebind 400mg Tablet?
Patients who are allergic to Pebind 400mg Tablet and who have low levels of phosphate in blood should avoid taking Pebind 400mg Tablet. Additionally, patients having intestinal obstruction should also avoid using Pebind 400mg Tablet.
Q. Can I take ciprofloxacin while I am taking Pebind 400mg Tablet?
Ciprofloxacin may interfere with the working of Pebind 400mg Tablet and therefore it should not be taken at the same time as Pebind 400mg Tablet. However, if taken together then a gap of at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Pebind 400mg Tablet should be maintained.
Q. How long do I need to take Pebind 400mg Tablet?
Continue taking Pebind 400mg Tablet as long as recommended by your doctor. Pebind 400mg Tablet lowers your dietary phosphate levels but does not cure your disease. Hence, you may have to take it lifelong, as stopping Pebind 400mg Tablet may increase your phosphate levels.
Q. Do I need to have any tests while taking Pebind 400mg Tablet?
Yes, serum phosphate levels should be monitored regularly while you are taking Pebind 400mg Tablet. Also, the use of Pebind 400mg Tablet may decrease the levels of vitamin D, A, E, K, and folic acid and hence the levels need to be monitored during the treatment.