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Used for Hyperkalemia
SODIUM ZIRCONIUM CYCLOSILICATE treats high potassium levels in your body. It works by lowering the amount of potassium your body absorbs from food. It belongs to a group of medications called potassium binders. Get Lokelma for as low as $795.88, which is 18% off the average retail price of $964.73 for the most common version, by using a GoodRx coupon.
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SODIUM ZIRCONIUM CYCLOSILICATE treats high potassium levels in your body. It works by lowering the amount of potassium your body absorbs from food. It belongs to a group of medications called potassium binders. Get Lokelma for as low as $795.88, which is 18% off the average retail price of $964.73 for the most common version, by using a GoodRx coupon.
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Starting at $795.88
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With the LOKELMA Savings Card, you could pay as little as $0 a month (for up to 12 months).
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR LOKELMA® (sodium zirconium cyclosilicate)
What is the most important thing I should know about LOKELMA?
LOKELMA can cause swelling (edema) caused by fluid retention in your body (such as hands, ankles, feet).
LOKELMA contains 400 mg of sodium in each 5 g dose. Watch for signs of swelling in your body especially if you limit sodium in your diet or are likely to have fluid retention in your body due to heart or kidney problems. Your doctor may tell you to reduce the sodium in your diet
If you are not on dialysis, your doctor may also tell you to increase the dose of your diuretic
If you are a hemodialysis patient:
Do not take LOKELMA on dialysis days
Tell your doctor if you suddenly feel sick such as decreased oral intake of food or fluids or diarrhea, as you may be at risk of developing low levels of potassium in your blood while on LOKELMA; therefore, your dose of LOKELMA may need to be adjusted
Tell your doctor(s) you are taking LOKELMA before having an abdominal X-ray as it may appear on the X-ray.
What should I tell my doctor before taking LOKELMA?
Before taking LOKELMA, tell your doctor about all your medical conditions, including
problems having a bowel movement, including severe constipation, a blockage (obstruction) in your bowel, or dry hard stool that will not pass out of your rectum (impaction)
problems with your bowels after surgery
What are the most common side effects with LOKELMA?
The most common side effect of LOKELMA is swelling in your body caused by fluid retention. Tell your doctor if you have any side effects that bother you or do not go away
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements. LOKELMA may affect how some oral medicines work. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you need to take LOKELMA 2 hours before or after other oral medicines
APPROVED USE
LOKELMA is a prescription medication for the treatment of high levels of potassium in the blood (hyperkalemia) in adultsPlease see the full Prescribing Information for LOKELMA.You may report side effects related to AstraZeneca products by clicking here.
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Common questions about Lokelma pricing
How much is Lokelma without insurance?
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GoodRx offers free coupons for Lokelma which can lower the price to as little as $795.88 per month, a savings of 17.50% off the retail price. These discounts can be used without insurance.
Does Lokelma have a Manufacturer Coupon?
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Yes. Lokelma manufacturer lokelma currently offers a Manufacturer Coupon where uninsured patients may pay as little as $∞ per prescription.
Is there a generic for Lokelma?
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Currently, there is no generic for Lokelma. However, GoodRx coupons, manufacturer copay cards, and patient assistance programs can help offset your cost.
How can I save on Lokelma?
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There are a few ways to save on Lokelma. GoodRx coupons can help lower the price to $795.88 per fill. Additionally, manufacturer lokelma offers a Manufacturer Coupon where uninsured patients may receive their prescription at $∞.
Does Lokelma have a Patient Assistance Program?
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No, Lokelma does not currently have an available Patient Assistance Program.
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