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Renecar 400 Tablet

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Renecar 400 Tablet

Introduction to Renecar 400 Tablet

It is prescribed for patients with severe kidney disease on dialysis to treat elevated phosphate levels in the blood.
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How long do I need to take Sevapik?

Continue taking Sevapik as long as recommended by your doctor. Sevapik lowers your dietary phosphate levels but does not cure your disease. Hence, you may have to take it life long, as stopping Sevapik may result in an increase in your phosphate levels.

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Is Sevelam taken with food?

Yes, Sevelam can be taken with food. It is recommended to take 1-2 tablets (based on individual needs) thrice daily. It is important to take it with meals because Sevelam works by binding to phosphate from food. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.

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Can Renecar be crushed?

No, you should not crush, chew, or break Renecar into pieces. You should swallow it as a whole with water.

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Why is it important for me to take Renecar?

It is important to take Renecar as patients undergoing dialysis cannot control the phosphate levels in their blood, especially after a meal. When the level of phosphate exceeds above the range in the blood, it may cause problems such as itchy skin, red eyes, high blood pressure, bone pain, and also increase the risk of fractures. These increased serum phosphate levels are reduced by Renecar, as it binds phosphate from food in the digestive tract.

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Does Renecar cause constipation?

A common side effect of Renecar is constipation, though it does not occur in everyone. The other common side effects of stomach and intestine include diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence, and pain in abdomen. Immediately consult your doctor if these side effects become severe and disturb you.

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Who should not take Renecar?

Patients who are allergic to Renecar and who have low levels of phosphate in blood should avoid taking Renecar. Additionally, patients having intestinal obstruction should also avoid using Renecar.

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Published At: Oct 19, 2023

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Sources

  • https://reference.medscape.com/drug/renagel-renvela-sevelamer-343208#0

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