Buy One Get One free -Llimited Time Offer X
Acutrol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Increased Phosphate Levels in the Blood. Secondary and off-label uses of Acutrol have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Acutrol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Acutrol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Acutrol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Acutrol's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Acutrol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Acutrol related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Intestinal Obstruction must refrain from the use of Acutrol since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Acutrol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Acutrol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Acutrol is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Acutrol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
|
Is the use of Acutrol safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Acutrol during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Acutrol safe during breastfeeding?
Acutrol does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Acutrol on the Kidneys?
Acutrol rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Acutrol on the Liver?
Side effects of Acutrol on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Acutrol on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Acutrol on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Acutrol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acutrol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acutrol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Acutrol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Acutrol since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Acutrol should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Acutrol in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Acutrol
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Acutrol and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acutrol
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Acutrol with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Renvela (sevelamer carbonate)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1134-1135