What is Renagel: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Renagel

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

• Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.

• Oral liquid: Mix the entire contents of the packet with 2 tablespoons of water for the 0.4-gram dose or the 0.8-gram dose or 4 tablespoons of water for the 2.4-gram dose. Stir the mixture well just before you drink it. You should drink the medicine within 30 minutes of mixing it.

• Your doctor may tell you to take vitamins D, E, and K and folic acid supplements during treatment with this medicine, especially if you are pregnant.

• Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Oral liquid: Mix the entire contents of the packet with 2 tablespoons of water for the 0.4-gram dose or the 0.8-gram dose or 4 tablespoons of water for the 2.4-gram dose. Stir the mixture well just before you drink it. You should drink the medicine within 30 minutes of mixing it.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

• Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.

• Your doctor may tell you to take vitamins D, E, and K and folic acid supplements during treatment with this medicine, especially if you are pregnant.

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

What to do if you miss a dose of Renagel

Renagel contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to sevelamer, or if you have a bowel blockage.

Renagel warnings

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have problems swallowing, stomach or bowel problems (including chronic constipation), or had surgery on your digestive system.

• This medicine may cause serious stomach or bowel problems, including blockage, bleeding, ulcers, colitis (severe diarrhea), necrosis, or perforation (tear or hole).

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Severe stomach pain, cramping, or burning

• Vomiting of material that looks like coffee grounds

Renagel interactions

• Take mycophenolate mofetil at least 2 hours before this medicine.

• Some medicines can affect how sevelamer works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Cyclosporine, levothyroxine, tacrolimus

• If you are taking any other medicines, you may be asked to take them at least 1 hour before or 3 hours after you take sevelamer. If you need help deciding the best times to take your other medicines, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

• Take ciprofloxacin at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after this medicine.