Renvela is used for the treatment of high levels of phosphorous in the blood in adults and children (6 years of age and above) with a body surface area (BSA) of equal to or greater than 0.75 m2 who have end-stage renal (kidney) disease and are undergoing dialysis. Renvela is a phosphate binder that is not absorbed in your body. When taken with meals Renvela inhibits the absorption of ingested phosphate from the food. Take Renvela exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Renvela should be taken 3 times a day with meals or snacks. It should not be taken empty stomach. Swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush, chew or break the tablet.
Manufacturer Information
Renvela is manufactured by Sanofi Aventis and comes from Canada. The active ingredient in Renvela is Sevelamer Carbonate. The generic form of Renvela is available from India also called Sevcar manufactured by Emcure. The brand Renvela is available in the strength of 800 mg tablets and 800 mg & 2400 mg powder sachets. The generic Sevelamer Carbonate comes in the strength of 400 mg & 800 mg tablets and 400 mg powder sachets.
Stop taking Renvela and call your doctor at once if you have one of these serious side effects:
• Allergic reactions
• Bowel obstruction
• Difficulty swallowing
• Hole in intestine
• Intestinal blockage
• Left lower quadrant pain
• Problems with esophagus
Less serious side effects include we fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, constipation, abdominal pain, rash, itch, and flatulence. Please call your doctor if you have any further concerns or questions.
Do not take Renvela if you are allergic to are allergic to Sevelamer, or any other ingredients in the medication, have low phosphorous levels, have bowel obstruction/blockage, have ulcers (sores) or bleeding in digestive tract. It should not be used in in children that are below 6 years of age, have a BSA less than 0.75 m2, or that have mild hyperphosphatemia. Renvela may interact with ciprofloxacin, levothyroxine, drugs that are used to prevent the rejection of a transplanted organ, such as cyclosporin, mycophenolate and tacrolimus, drugs that are used to treat stomach ulcer known as proton pump inhibitors (e.g. pantoprazole, omeprazole).
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