Simer
Composition for Simer Products
Simer Products are primarily used for
High phosphate levels in bloodProducts for Simer
Simer 400 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹264.38
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About Simer Products
Uses of Simer Products
Sevelamer is used in the treatment of High phosphate levels in blood. It is used in patients with kidney problems and on dialysis.
Simer Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Simer are Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Flatulence, Vomiting, Constipation, Nausea, Dyspepsia.
How Simer Products work
Sevelamer inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lower the phosphate levels in the blood.
In Depth Information for Simer Products
- Simer is used to control blood phosphate level in patients that are on dialysis treatment.
- You must take it with food and stick to the diet prescribed by your doctor.
- You may develop low levels of calcium, folic acid, and vitamins A,D,E, and K in your blood. Your doctor may prescribe supplements, if necessary.
- Avoid taking any other medicine 1 hour before or 3 hours after taking Simer.
- Inform your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, constipation, pain in the abdomen, or if you have undergone any major stomach surgery.
- Simer is used to control blood phosphate level in patients that are on dialysis treatment.
- You must take it with food and stick to the diet prescribed by your doctor.
- You may develop low levels of calcium, folic acid, and vitamins A,D,E, and K in your blood. Your doctor may prescribe supplements, if necessary.
- Avoid taking any other medicine 1 hour before or 3 hours after taking Simer.
- Inform your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, constipation, pain in the abdomen, or if you have undergone any major stomach surgery.
Patient Concerns about Simer Products
Frequently asked questions about Simer Products
Q. Is Simer 400 Tablet taken with food?
Yes, Simer 400 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 Simer 400 Tablet works by binding to phosphate from food. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can Simer 400 Tablet be crushed?
No, you should not crush, chew, or break Simer 400 Tablet into pieces. You should swallow it as a whole with water.
Q. Why is it important for me to take Simer 400 Tablet?
It is important to take Simer 400 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 Simer 400 Tablet, as it binds phosphate from food in the digestive tract.
Q. Does Simer 400 Tablet cause constipation?
A common side effect of Simer 400 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 Simer 400 Tablet?
Patients who are allergic to Simer 400 Tablet and who have low levels of phosphate in blood should avoid taking Simer 400 Tablet. Additionally, patients having intestinal obstruction should also avoid using Simer 400 Tablet.
Q. Can I take ciprofloxacin while I am taking Simer 400 Tablet?
Ciprofloxacin may interfere with the working of Simer 400 Tablet and therefore it should not be taken at the same time as Simer 400 Tablet. However, if taken together then a gap of at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Simer 400 Tablet should be maintained.
Q. How long do I need to take Simer 400 Tablet?
Continue taking Simer 400 Tablet as long as recommended by your doctor. Simer 400 Tablet lowers your dietary phosphate levels but does not cure your disease. Hence, you may have to take it lifelong, as stopping Simer 400 Tablet may increase your phosphate levels.
Q. Do I need to have any tests while taking Simer 400 Tablet?
Yes, serum phosphate levels should be monitored regularly while you are taking Simer 400 Tablet. Also, the use of Simer 400 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.