Renvela 800 mg Sachet

Renvela 800 mg Sachet is used to control high phosphate levels in the body (hyperphosphataemia) in adult patients on dialysis (a blood clearance technique), patients undergoing hemodialysis (using a blood filtration machine), and patients with chronic kidney disease.

Renvela 800 mg Sachet contains sevelamer that works by binding phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract and decreasing absorption. It effectively reduces excess phosphate levels in the blood and prevents the unsafe build-up of phosphate in your body.

The most common side effects of Renvela 800 mg Sachet are vomiting, upper abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach ache, indigestion, and flatulence. If any of the side effects are experienced continuously, contact your doctor immediately.

Renvela 800 mg Sachet is not recommended if you are allergic to it, or if you have low phosphate levels in your blood or a blockage in your bowel. Also, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking Renvela 800 mg Sachet. 

Renvela 800 mg Sachet is used to control high phosphate levels in patients with kidney problems. The detailed uses of Renvela 800 mg Sachet are as follows:

• Treatment of hyperphosphatemia in dialysis patients: Used to lower high blood phosphate levels in adults undergoing haemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis.
• Management of hyperphosphatemia in non-dialysis chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients: Prescribed for patients with chronic renal disease who do not require dialysis but have elevated serum phosphorus levels (1.78 mmol/L).
• Prevention of bone disorders: Used in combination with calcium and vitamin D supplements to lower the risk of bone disease caused by high phosphate levels.
• Supports phosphate balance: Renvela 800 mg Sachet helps to maintain a healthy balance of minerals in the blood when the kidneys are unable to filter phosphate properly.

• Renvela 800 mg Sachet can be taken with meals or as advised by your doctor.
• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
• Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew, or break it.

• Renvela 800 mg Sachet belongs to a group of medications called phosphate binders, 
• It works by binding phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract and decreasing its absorption. This lowers the phosphate concentration in the body. 
• Renvela 800 mg Sachet effectively reduces excess phosphate levels in the blood, prevents the unsafe buildup of phosphate in your body, helps to keep your bones strong, and decreases the risk of heart disease and strokes.
• Renvela 800 mg Sachet controls hyperphosphataemia (high blood phosphate levels) in adult patients on dialysis (a blood clearance technique), patients undergoing hemodialysis (using a blood filtration machine) or peritoneal dialysis (where the fluid is pumped into the abdomen and an internal body membrane filters the blood), and patients with chronic kidney disease.

• You should avoid taking Renvela 800 mg Sachet if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients.
• Speak to your doctor if you have swallowing disorders, digestive tract surgery, severe constipation, have undergone major surgery on your stomach or bowel, or have serious inflammatory bowel disease.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Renvela 800 mg Sachet.
• Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Renvela 800 mg Sachet as it might cause unpleasant side effects.
• Renvela 800 mg Sachet contains lactose (milk sugar). If you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking Renvela 800 mg Sachet.
• Regular monitoring of serum phosphate levels, vitamin D, A, E, K, and folic acid is advised while taking Renvela 800 mg Sachet.