{"product_id":"renagel-sevelamer","title":"RENAGEL (Sevelamer)","description":"\u003ch5\u003eWhat is this medication?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRenagel\u003c\/strong\u003e is a phosphate binder. Sevelamer helps prevent hypocalcemia (low levels of calcium in the body) caused by elevated phosphorus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRenagel\u003c\/strong\u003e is used to control phosphorus levels in people with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRenagel\u003c\/strong\u003e may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow should I use this medication?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake \u003cstrong\u003eRenagel\u003c\/strong\u003e exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake \u003cstrong\u003eRenagel\u003c\/strong\u003e tablets with meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile using \u003cstrong\u003eRenagel\u003c\/strong\u003e, you may need frequent blood tests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall your doctor if you have have trouble swallowing the tablet, or if it feels like it gets stuck in your esophagus after you swallow it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRenagel\u003c\/strong\u003e may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes a special diet. It is very important to follow the diet plan created for you by your doctor or nutrition counselor. You should become very familiar with the list of foods you must eat or avoid to help control your condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosing information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eUsual Adult Dose for Hyperphosphatemia of Renal Failure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInitial Dosing for patients not on a phosphate binder: 800 mg to 1600 mg orally 3 times a day with meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBased on serum phosphorus level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhosphorus greater than 5.5 to less than 7.5 mg\/dL: 800 mg 3 times a day with meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhosphorus greater than or equal to 7.5 mg\/dL: 1600 mg 3 times a day with meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitrate in increments of 800 mg 3 times a day at 2-week intervals with the goal of controlling serum phosphorus within target range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAverage prescribed dose: 7.2 g\/day (2.4 g with each meal)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMaximum studied dose: 14 g per day (carbonate); 13 g per day (hydrochloride)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitching from the hydrochloride salt to carbonate: Use the same dose, however further titration may be necessary to achieve desired phosphorus levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitching from calcium acetate: Substitute approximately mg for mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComment\u003c\/strong\u003e: Treatment of hyperphosphatemia includes reduction in dietary intake of phosphate, inhibition of intestinal phosphate absorption with phosphate binders, and removal of phosphate with dialysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse: To control serum phosphorus levels in patients with chronic kidney disease on dialysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat if I miss a dose?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake the missed dose as soon as you remember. Be sure to take the missed dose with food. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow should I store this medication?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore at room temperature away from moisture and heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat to avoid when using Renagel?\u003c\/h5\u003e\nYou may be taking other medicines that should not be taken at the same time. Taking sevelamer can make it harder for your body to absorb certain drugs, making them less effective:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eciprofloxacin (Cipro) should be taken at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after you take sevelamer;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emycophenolate mofetil (CellCept) should be taken at least 2 hours before you take sevelamer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat are the possible side effects of using this medication?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to \u003cstrong\u003eRenagel\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehives;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edifficulty breathing;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eswelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStop using \u003cstrong\u003eRenagel\u003c\/strong\u003e and call your doctor at once if you have:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echoking, or trouble swallowing;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack, bloody, or tarry stools;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esevere constipation with stomach pain; or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econstipation that gets worse or does not clear up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Renagel side effects may include:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eupset stomach, gas, bloating;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ediarrhea, constipation;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etired feeling;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eitching; or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ejoint pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat other drugs will affect Renagel?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther drugs may interact with sevelamer, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. 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