I've been taking Renagel for all 8 years I have been on dialysis. I seem to require 5 tablets with a typical meal of protein to control my blood phosphorus level. I have had no apparent side effects. My pharmacy has switched to Renvela so I'm taking the same number of those tablets. It is very expensive, about $1.80 per tablet. I didn't want to take Phoslo as long term usage can lead to calci...
Have itching that is bad enough to drive yove you nuts. The side effect no one informs you of. Does not seem to be effective and DR.just increases dosage.
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jessie | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Caregiver
9/8/2012
Condition: High Amount of Phosphate in the Blood
Overall rating 1.7
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Im writing this review for my grandmother. Renvela is WAY better folks! Grandma's phos. level doesn't change at all hardly with Renagel. Basically, it's cheaper, but it sucks. Renvela will bring your phosphate levels right on down. Switch to that if your taking this stuff! A bonus: most patients on Renvela have NO side effects while renagel gives heartburn and takes away the taste of food! I never heard of Phoso though. Maybe I might hint at grandma to try that. Anything seems better than ineffective Renagel. Read More Read Less
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Anonymous | 45-54 | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/24/2011
Condition: High Amount of Phosphate in the Blood
Overall rating 3.7
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Mary | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
2/21/2011
Condition: High Amount of Phosphate in the Blood
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I believe this medication has been a source of constipation for me.
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
11/21/2009
Condition: High Amount of Phosphate in the Blood
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I've been taking Renagel for all 8 years I have been on dialysis. I seem to require 5 tablets with a typical meal of protein to control my blood phosphorus level. I have had no apparent side effects. My pharmacy has switched to Renvela so I'm taking the same number of those tablets. It is very expensive, about $1.80 per tablet. I didn't want to take Phoslo as long term usage can lead to calcification of different organs.
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[email protected] | 35-44 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
11/8/2009
Condition: High Amount of Phosphate in the Blood
Overall rating 2.7
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The Renagel seems to lower my Phosphate levels sufficiently, but I am experiencing Frequent heartburn, especially in the mornings. Nothing like waking up with burning sencations in your chest!!
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From TX | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Caregiver
10/4/2009
Condition: High Amount of Phosphate in the Blood
Overall rating 2.3
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My husband has been taking this med for approx 1 month. It has helped lower his phosphate level, but he has had frequent nausea & vomiting. Has also complained about the taste of food changing since he began this med. He is requesting to be put back on Phoslo.
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Believer | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years |
7/5/2009
Condition: High Amount of Phosphate in the Blood
Overall rating 2.7
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I find that taking Renagel 800mg, I get constipated and rectal bleeding occurs, I take two tablets after each meal which results in possibly 6 a day. Bright red blood comes with bowel movements and sometimes makes me feel like I need a bowel movement.
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Anonymous | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
2/15/2009
Condition: High Amount of Phosphate in the Blood
Overall rating 1.0
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Have itching that is bad enough to drive yove you nuts. The side effect no one informs you of. Does not seem to be effective and DR.just increases dosage.
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TONY | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Caregiver
12/27/2008
Condition: Renal Osteodystrophy with Hyperphosphatemia
Overall rating 4.0
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
12/18/2008
Condition: Renal Osteodystrophy with Hyperphosphatemia
Overall rating 1.7
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I have been taking Renagel to control high phospherous due to kidney failure. The medicine is very expensive and ineffective. when the Drs switched me to Phoslo my phospherous level dropped to acceptable levels
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martyost | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
6/7/2008
Condition: Renal Osteodystrophy with Hyperphosphatemia
Overall rating 3.7
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Not always effective. Works better when used with Alumin. Hydroxode liquid.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
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