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Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free 60.0 ml in 1 packet

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Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free is a product of Steris Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Composition: Calcium Polystyrene Sulphonate (15gm)

Pack of 60 ml

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All Details About Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free

Description:

Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free is a medicine used for the reduction of high blood potassium levels in patients with chronic kidney disease who are undergoing dialysis. It helps removes the extra potassium from the body and brings potassium levels back to normal.

Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly at a fixed time each day to get the maximum benefit of the medicine. Avoid consumption of grapefruit juice while you are taking this medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly unless the doctor tells you so. 

Using of Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free may cause side effects such as vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and constipation. If the side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. You may also need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood while taking this medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free may be taken with or without food.
Avoid Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free with grapefruit juice.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Polystern

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Fecal impaction (hardened stool that stays stuck in the rectum or lower colon)
  • Gastric irritation
  • Decreased appetite

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

How would I know if I have high potassium level?

Your doctor will check your blood potassium levels periodically to detect high potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Make sure that you do not miss any future appointments with the doctor.

Are there any medicines to avoid while we take Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free?

Affirmative, before taking the medicine inform your prescribing doctor if you are taking antacids containing aluminium or magnesium salts, a heart disorder medicine like digoxin, magnesium hydroxide or aluminium carbonate which are used as laxatives. Increaseitionally, the doctors should be informed about any history of use of medicines like thyroxine tablets or lithium for mania or bipolar disorder. Concomitant use of sorbitol is not recommended.

Does Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free cause damage to the gut?

No, it does not damage your gut when prescribed for certain conditions. However, in some cases it can lead to gut damage if you take this medication along with sweetener like sorbitol (used to sweeten food). Using these together can cause narrowing of the gut wall and reduced blood flow to the gut wall. This may cause severe damage to your gut. Therefore, you should avoid using any sorbitol containing food while you take Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free.

Does Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free cause damage to the gut?

No, it does not damage your gut when prescribed for certain conditions. However, in some cases it can lead to gut damage if you take this medication along with sweetener like sorbitol (used to sweeten food). Using these together can cause narrowing of the gut wall and reduced blood flow to the gut wall. This may cause severe damage to your gut. Therefore, you should avoid using any sorbitol containing food while you take Polystern Oral Suspension Sugar Free.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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