How to Pronounce Sevelamer (Renagel)

se-VEL-a-mer
IPA: /sɛ.ˈvɛl.æ.mɛr/
Brand name: Renagel
se VEL a mer
Sevelamer is pronounced se-VEL-a-mer

How do you pronounce Sevelamer?

Sevelamer is pronounced “se-VEL-a-mer”. It has 4 syllables: se ‑ vel ‑ a ‑ mer. The stress falls on the second syllable, “vel”.

How many syllables are in Sevelamer?

Sevelamer has 4 syllables: se ‑ vel ‑ a ‑ mer.

What does Sevelamer mean?

Hyperphosphatemia

Word Parts

root sevel- cross-linked polymer
suffix -amer phosphate binder (polymer)

Common Mispronunciations

Stress falls on syllable 2 (VEL) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable

Where You'll Encounter This

Hyperphosphatemia. Binds dietary phosphate in CKD to prevent hyperphosphatemia.

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