Generic name: sevelamer carbonate
Dosage form: powder, for oral suspension
Drug class:Phosphate binders
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 1, 2021.
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Indications and Usage for Sevelamer Suspension
Sevelamer carbonate for oral suspension is indicated for the control of serum phosphorus in adults and children 6 years of age and older with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on dialysis.
Sevelamer Suspension Dosage and Administration
General Dosing Information
Starting Dose for Adult Patients Not Taking a Phosphate Binder
The recommended starting dose of sevelamer carbonate for oral suspension is 0.8 to 1.6 g taken orally with meals based on serum phosphorus level. Table 1 provides recommended starting doses of sevelamer carbonate for oral suspension for adult patients not taking a phosphate...
