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Addphos Granules

Manufactured bySTEADFAST MEDISHIELD PVT. LTD
ContainsSodium Phosphate
Description
Addphos Granules is used to correct the phosphate levels in patients with low phosphate levels in the body. It is also used to treat constipation and to clean the bowel for medical procedures.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Addphos Granules

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Bloating
  • Dry mouth
  • Mood or mental changes
  • Dry eyes
  • Muscle pain
  • Tiredness and weakness

Uses of Addphos Granules

What is it prescribed for?

  • Hypophosphatemia
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Phosphate depletion
  • Calcium based kidney stone
  • Constipation
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time taken by this medicine to show its effect is subject to vary based on the individual, strength, and form of administration.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which this medicine remains effective is subject to vary based on the individual, strength and form of administration.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking/receiving this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking/receiving this medicine.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to sodium phosphate or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.

Hypocalcemia

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with hypocalcemia (low levels of calcium in the blood) due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Hypernatremia

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with hypernatremia (high levels of sodium in the blood) due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Hypomagnesemia

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with hypomagnesemia (low levels of magnesium in the blood) due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking/receiving this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking/receiving this medicine.
General warnings

Electrolytes imbalance

This medicine may alter the electrolyte levels in some patients. It is recommended to monitor the electrolyte levels during and completion of therapy with this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Sodium and water retention

This medicine can induce sodium and water retention and hence should be used with extreme caution in patients with hypernatremia (increased blood sodium levels) or fluid retention due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Kidney impairment

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with kidney impairment due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of kidney function is recommended while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases.

Stomach disorders

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with stomach disorders due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Liver impairment

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver impairment due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of liver function is recommended while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases.

Other uses

Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for indications other than those stated above in certain specific circumstances, especially if other medicines are not effective. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor in such cases.

Congestive heart failure

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with congestive heart failure due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Missed Dose

Oral Form: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose. Parenteral Form: Since this medicine is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose

Oral Form: Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose. Parenteral Form: Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Corticosteroids

Antacids

Cyclosporine

Anticonvulsants

Bile Acid Sequestrants

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Oral Form: Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Parenteral Form: This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Effect on sleep is not established

How it works
This medicine corrects the phosphorus levels in the blood. It also increases fecal water content to increase bowel movement.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Laxatives, Minerals and electrolytes

Schedule

Schedule H

[Internet]. 2019 [cited 2 January 2019]. Available from:

https://www.glowm.com/resources/glowm/cd/pages/drugs/s018.html

Sodium phosphate, dibasic - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [cited 2 January 2019]. Available from:

https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB14502

Phosphate Sandoz - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (eMC) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2019 [cited 2 January 2019]. Available from:

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/958/smpc

AddPhos [Internet]. Steadfast.co.in. 2019 [cited 2 January 2019]. Available from:

http://steadfast.co.in/addphos/
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