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Sevgia 400 mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Written By Urvashi Bharti , MBBS
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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Synonym :

SEVELAMER CARBONATE

Composition :

SEVELAMER-400MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Hygeia Labs Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

HYPOPHOSPHATEMIC AGENT

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Portion No. 2, Tyagi Colony Rajindra Park, Nangloi Ext. Iii Delhi, 110041
Other Info - SEV0072

Author Details

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Written By

Urvashi Bharti

MBBS

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:30 AM IST

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FAQs

Sevgia 400 mg Tablet is in a class of medications called phosphate binders. Sevgia 400 mg Tablet works by holding onto phosphate from the diet so that it can pass out of your body.

No, ciprofloxacin may interfere with the working of Sevgia 400 mg Tablet ; therefore, it should not be taken simultaneously as Sevgia 400 mg Tablet .

Sevgia 400 mg Tablet works by holding onto phosphate from the food so that it can pass out of your body. Decreasing blood phosphate levels can help keep your bones strong, prevent unsafe buildup of minerals in your body, and possibly decrease the risk of heart disease and strokes that can result from high phosphate levels.

Yes, constipation is the common side effect of Sevgia 400 mg Tablet , though it does not occur in everyone. Please consult your doctor if the side effect becomes severe and disturb you.

Yes, serum phosphate levels should be monitored regularly while you are taking Sevgia 400 mg Tablet . The use of Sevgia 400 mg 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.

No, Sevgia 400 mg Tablet is a class of medications called phosphate binder used to control the phosphate level in blood. If you stop taking Sevgia 400 mg Tablet , your phosphate levels may elevate again. Please consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Sevgia 400 mg Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Sevgia 400 mg Tablet is Category C pregnancy medicine. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns; your doctor will prescribe you Sevgia 400 mg Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

The safety of Sevgia 400 mg Tablet has not been established in breastfeeding women. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide whether the Sevgia 400 mg Tablet can be given to breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Sevgia 400 mg Tablet has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or operate any machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Sevgia 400 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Dose adjustment may be needed. Sevgia 400 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

For children, SEVELAMER is available in pouches for oral suspension. Please consult your paediatrician for further information. The paediatrician will decide the dose of this medicine.

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Reference

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2020/022127s019,022318s021lbl.pdf
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.3681.pdf
  3. https://www.drugs.com/pro/sevelamer-suspension.html#s-34068-7

About Sevgia 400 mg Tablet

Sevgia 400 mg Tablet belongs to a group of medications called phosphate binder (which decreases the level of phosphate in the body). It is primarily used to control high phosphate levels in the body (hyperphosphataemia) in adult patients on dialysis (a blood clearance technique), patients undergoing hemodialysis (using a blood filtration machine), and patients with chronic kidney disease. It is also used for the treatment of bone disease.

Sevgia 400 mg Tablet contains sevelamer that works by binding phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract and decreasing absorption. It effectively reduces excess phosphate levels in the blood, prevents the unsafe build-up of phosphate in your body, helps keep your bones strong, and decreases the risk of heart disease and strokes.

Take Sevgia 400 mg Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor. The most common side effects of Sevgia 400 mg Tablet are vomiting, upper abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach ache, indigestion, and flatulence. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

The use of Sevgia 400 mg Tablet is restricted in persons with a known history of allergic to any of the ingredients present in this medicine, have low levels of phosphate in their blood, and have a bowel obstruction. Sevgia 400 mg Tablet contains lactose (milk sugar). If you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking Sevgia 400 mg Tablet . Tell your doctor if you are facing swallowing problems, motility (movement) in your stomach and bowel, being sick frequently, active inflammation of the bowel,  have undergone major surgery on your stomach or bowel, or have serious inflammatory bowel disease. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult your doctor before taking Sevgia 400 mg Tablet .

Uses of Sevgia 400 mg Tablet

Hyperphosphatemia (high phosphorus level in blood)

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Medicinal Benefits

Sevgia 400 mg Tablet belongs to a group of medications called phosphate binder, which works by binding phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract and decreasing its absorption. This lowers the phosphate concentration in the body. It effectively reduces excess phosphate levels in the blood, prevents the unsafe buildup of phosphate in your body, helps keep your bones strong, and decreases the risk of heart disease and strokes. Sevgia 400 mg Tablet controls hyperphosphataemia (high blood phosphate levels) in adult patients on dialysis (a blood clearance technique), patients undergoing hemodialysis (using a blood filtration machine) or peritoneal dialysis (where the fluid is pumped into the abdomen and an internal body membrane filters the blood), and patients with chronic kidney disease.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Sevgia 400 mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Dispersible Tablet: Take Sevgia 400 mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. Before taking, disperse the tablet in the prescribed amount of water, mix well and then swallow it. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.Powder/granules: Firstly, shake the container and open the cap. Add the powder of the packet to a cup containing two teaspoonfuls (30 ml) of water. Mix well and make your child drink within 30 minutes. It is advised not to give more than the prescribed dose of medicine.

Side Effects of Sevgia 400 mg Tablet

  • Headache
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach upset
  • Constipation

Drug Warnings

You should avoid taking Sevgia 400 mg Tablet if you are allergic to Sevgia 400 mg Tablet . Speak to your doctor if you have swallowing disorders, digestive tract surgery, severe constipation, have undergone major surgery on your stomach or bowel, or have serious inflammatory bowel disease. It should be used with caution if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Sevgia 400 mg Tablet should not be recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Sevgia 400 mg Tablet as it might cause unpleasant side effects. The safety and effectiveness of children under six years of age have not been established, so a Sevgia 400 mg Tablet should not be given to them. Sevgia 400 mg Tablet contains lactose (milk sugar). If you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking Sevgia 400 mg Tablet . Regular monitoring of serum phosphate levels, vitamin D, A, E, K, and folic acid is advised while taking Sevgia 400 mg Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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SevelamerGemifloxacin
Severe
SevelamerErgocalciferol
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CIPROFLOXACIN
  • MYCOPHENOLATE SODIUM
  • LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM
  • ERDAFITINIB

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Regular monitoring of serum phosphate levels, vitamin D, A, E, K, and folic acid is recommended while taking Sevgia 400 mg Tablet .

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take fresh fruits, vegetables, rice, milk, un-enriched corn and rice cereals, and soda without phosphate additives in your regular diet.
  • Avoid or limit high phosphorus addictive foods (processed meats, instant puddings, sauces, spreadable cheeses, and beverage products).
  •  Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Sevgia 400 mg Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and may increase the side effects. 
  • Make sure you drink plenty of fluids. This will help you clear out the extra phosphate and will help you overcome some.
  • Sevgia 400 mg Tablet is preferably taken with meals as it can bind to dietary phosphate and prevent its absorption into the bloodstream. Drink it with a full glass of water.
  • Do not stop taking the Sevgia 400 mg Tablet dose until your doctor says so.
  • Do not use Sevgia 400 mg Tablet if you have a history of bowel obstruction.

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