Sevcar
Sevcar contains Sevelamer, which is a phosphate binder. It prevents hypocalcemia (low calcium levels in the body) caused by elevated phosphorus levels by binding to phosphate in the dietary tract, reducing its absorption into the body.
Dosage by Body Weight
Must be taken with meals. The dosage is highly individualized and adjusted by a physician based on serum phosphorus levels. Tablets must be swallowed whole and not crushed, chewed, or broken.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients under this weight range have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Consult a pediatric nephrologist; not routinely prescribed for this weight group.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Highly specialized
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Requires strict medical supervision and specialized pediatric dosing.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Highly specialized
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Requires strict medical supervision and specialized pediatric dosing.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Highly specialized
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Requires strict medical supervision. Pediatric dosing is based on body surface area rather than simple body weight.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients under this weight range have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Consult a pediatric nephrologist; not routinely prescribed for this weight group. |
| 8-10 kg | Highly specialized | Use only if prescribed | Requires strict medical supervision and specialized pediatric dosing. |
| 11-15 kg | Highly specialized | Use only if prescribed | Requires strict medical supervision and specialized pediatric dosing. |
| 16-20 kg | Highly specialized | Use only if prescribed | Requires strict medical supervision. Pediatric dosing is based on body surface area rather than simple body weight. |
Formulation
TabletPowder for Oral Suspension
Purpose
Control of hyperphosphatemia (high blood phosphorus levels) in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on dialysis.
Generic Name
Sevelamer CarbonateScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.