Renagel
side effects, nutrient depletions, herbal interactions and health notes:
Data provided by Applied Health
• Take with food.1
• It may be advisable to give renagel with a multivitamin due to possible depletion of vitamins D,E, K and folic acid.2
• The drug should not be used if there are any gastrointestinal problems.3
• The drug may also affect calcium, chloride and bicarbonate levels, monitor these levels.4
• Indian hemp and European goldenrod have been used homeopathically for the treatment of renal disease, these should not be used with renagel without consulting a physician.5
References1 Product Information: Renagel, Sevelamer, Genzyme Corporation, 1998
1 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
2 Product Information: Renagel, Sevelamer, Genzyme Corporation, 1998
2 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
3 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
3 Product Information: Renagel, Sevelamer, Genzyme Corporation, 1998
4 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
5 PDR Herbal Medicines, Medical Economics Company, 2nd edition, 2000
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The information in Drug Watch is provided as a courtesy to NewsTarget readers by Applied Health Solutions in cooperation with Healthway Solutions. Although the information is presented with scientific references, we do not wish to imply that this represents a comprehensive list of considerations about any specific drug, herb or nutrient. Nor should this information be considered a substitute for the advice of your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare practitioner. Please read the disclaimer about the intentions and limitations of the information provided on these pages. It is important to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all other drugs and nutritional supplements that you are taking if they are recommending a new medication. Copyright © 2007 by Applied Health Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved.
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