Uses, Side Effects, Price of Renvela 800mg Tablet 30'S:

RENVELA 800MG TABLET contains Sevelamer which belongs to the group of medicines called Phosphate Binding Agents. It is used to control the serum phosphorous levels in patients with long-term kidney disease who are on dialysis. Renal failure is the most common cause of high phosphorous levels, as there is reduced filtration of inorganic phosphate, increasing its serum levels.

During treatment, your doctor might ask you to take certain tests to avoid any untoward side effects. Maintain the diet as advised by your doctor. RENVELA 800MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having low levels of phosphorus in the blood and bowel obstruction. RENVELA 800MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients who have trouble swallowing, motility problems in stomach and bowel, and in those who have undergone major bowel surgery.

RENVELA 800MG TABLET should be used in pregnant women only if your doctor finds it clearly necessary. It is unknown whether RENVELA 800MG TABLET is excreted in breast milk and may affect your baby, so consult your doctor before taking it during breastfeeding. RENVELA 800MG TABLET is not intended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age).

The most common side effects of taking RENVELA 800MG TABLET are constipation, vomiting, upper abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence (gas), etc. Ask for your doctor’s advice if any of these worsen or don’t improve.

USES OF Renvela 800mg Tablet 30'S

• used to regulate the serum phosphorus levels in dialysis patients with chronic kidney disease

Benefits of Renvela 800mg Tablet 30'S:

RENVELA 800MG TABLET is a Chelating agent which helps in reducing the phosphorus levels in the blood by binding to the phosphate that enters the body with food and preventing its absorption.

Take RENVELA 800MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow it with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide an appropriate dose and duration of RENVELA 800MG TABLET for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking RENVELA 800MG TABLET unless your doctor advises you to stop.

SIDE EFFECTS OF Renvela 800mg Tablet 30'S:

The majority of adverse effects are temporary and go away as your body becomes used to the medication. If they persist or you're concerned about them, speak with your doctor.

• Nausea, vomiting, upper abdominal pain
• Diarrhea, constipation
• Indigestion, flatulence
• Blockage in the intestine (abdominal pain, severe bloating, swelling or cramps, severe constipation)
• Allergic reaction (rash, swelling, hives, trouble breathing)
• Serious inflammation of the large bowel (severe stomach pain, stomach or intestine disorders, blood in the stool, crystal deposit in the intestine)

Caution :

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Keep away from direct sunlight.

FAQs :ABOUT Renvela 800mg Tablet 30'S

Q1 What is RENVELA 800MG TABLET and why is it prescribed? RENVELA 800MG TABLET contains Sevelamer which belongs to the group of medicines called Phosphate Binding Agents. It is indicated for the control of serum phosphorus in patients with chronic kidney disease on dialysis.

Q2 Can I stop taking RENVELA 800MG TABLET on my own? You should not stop taking RENVELA 800MG TABLET until your doctor advises you to. Taking RENVELA 800MG TABLET is important to maintain an appropriate phosphate level in the blood. Stopping RENVELA 800MG TABLET may lead to consequences such as calcification in the blood vessels making it hard for your body to pump blood, itchy skin, red eyes, bone pain, and fractures. If you wish to discontinue taking RENVELA 800MG TABLET, contact your doctor first.

Q3 What other precautions shall I take while taking RENVELA 800MG TABLET? Due to either your kidney condition or your dialysis treatment, you may have disturbed levels of calcium, vitamins A, E, K, and D, folic acid, and bicarbonates in the blood. RENVELA 800MG TABLET should be used with calcium supplements and vitamin D to prevent the development of bone disease. Your doctor might check these levels in your blood frequently.