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Sevelamer Carbonate

Sevelamer Carbonate Side Effects

Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCPKristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Reviewed by Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCP, Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Last reviewed on June 14, 2023

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

  • Vomiting (22%)
  • Nausea (20%)
  • Diarrhea (19%)
  • Indigestion (16%)
  • Stomach pain (9%)
  • Feeling gassy (8%)
  • Constipation (8%)

Sevelamer Carbonate serious side effects

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

  • Stomach or intestine problems: bowel blockage, bleeding ulcers, severe stomach pain, blood in your stool

Source: DailyMed

The following Sevelamer Carbonate side effects have also been reported

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

  • Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
  • Bowel blockage—stomach cramping, unable to have a bowel movement or pass gas, loss of appetite, vomiting
  • Stomach bleeding—bloody or black, tar-like stools, vomiting blood or brown material that looks like coffee grounds

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

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