Sucrosite Chewable Tablet 6.0 Chewable Tablets in 1 strip

All Details About Sucrosite Chewable Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Sucrosite Chewable Tablet

Description:

Sucrosite 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.

Sucrosite 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.

Earlier 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:

Treatment of High phosphate levels in blood

Directions For Use:

Employ 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. Sucrosite Chewable Tablet should be taken with or after food.

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 Sucrosite

Discoloration of stool
Diarrhea
Nausea
Taste change

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Sucrosite Chewable Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Sucrosite Chewable Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Sucrosite Chewable Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Sucrosite Chewable Tablet 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

Sucrosite Chewable Tablet 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 Sucrosite Chewable Tablet in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

What is Sucrosite Chewable Tablet used for?

Sucrosite Chewable Tablet is used to lower high phosphorus levels in people with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis. High phosphorus can damage bones and the heart if not controlled.

Who can take Sucrosite Chewable Tablet?

Sucrosite Chewable Tablet is approved for adults and children 9 years and older who have kidney disease and need help controlling phosphorus while on dialysis.

Are there any serious health conditions that affect how I should take Sucrosite Chewable Tablet?

If you have stomach, liver, or iron storage diseases, or have recently had major stomach surgery, your doctor will closely monitor your health while you take Sucrosite Chewable Tablet.

Can Sucrosite Chewable Tablet stain my teeth?

Affirmative. Sucrosite Chewable Tablet might cause your teeth to develop discoloration. To avoid this, rinse your mouth or brush your teeth after taking the medicine.

Are there any warnings about iron buildup during Sucrosite Chewable Tablet treatment?

Sucrosite Chewable Tablet contains iron, but your body absorbs very little of it. Still, your doctor will monitor your iron levels to avoid problems such as iron overload.

Can Sucrosite Chewable Tablet affect blood tests?

Affirmative. Sucrosite Chewable Tablet may interfere with certain tests for medicines or nutrients when taken at the same time. Your doctor may adjust the timing of other medicine doses for the best results.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

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

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