Sevelamer (Renagel)
$3.00
Renagel contains Sevelamer and lowers high phosphate levels in people with kidney disease on dialysis.
Drug Information
8 reviews for Sevelamer (Renagel)
Renagel contains Sevelamer.
Sevelamer is a phosphate binder. It lowers high phosphate levels in the blood in people with kidney disease, especially those on dialysis.
What is it used for?
- High phosphate levels in people with chronic kidney disease on dialysis
How does it work?
When kidneys do not work well, phosphate from food builds up in the blood. Sevelamer binds to phosphate in the gut so it passes out in stools instead of being absorbed.
This information is written in simple words to help you understand this product. It does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Read these points before you start. If any of them apply to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.
- Do not take it if you have a blocked bowel or low phosphate.
- Tell your doctor if you have trouble swallowing, severe constipation, or bowel problems.
- It can reduce the absorption of some medicines, such as ciprofloxacin, ciclosporin, levothyroxine and mycophenolate. Take them at a different time.
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every other medicine, vitamin or herbal product you use.
- Keep this product out of the reach and sight of children.
Like all medicines, Renagel can cause side effects, but not everybody gets them.
Common side effects
- Feeling sick or being sick
- Stomach pain or indigestion
- Constipation or diarrhoea
- Wind
These are usually mild and often get better as your body gets used to it. Tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away.
Stop using it and get medical help straight away if you notice:
- Severe constipation or stomach pain
- Black or bloody stools
- Trouble swallowing
This is not a complete list. If you notice anything unusual, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- Take it with each meal, three times a day.
- Swallow the tablets whole. Do not crush, chew or break them.
- A common starting dose is 800 mg to 1,600 mg with each meal. Your doctor will adjust it based on your phosphate level.
- Follow your kidney diet advice.
If you miss a dose: Skip the missed dose and take the next dose with your next meal. Never take two doses at once.
If you use too much: Contact your doctor, a poison control centre or your local emergency number straight away, even if you feel fine. Take the pack with you.
How to store it: Keep it in its original pack at room temperature (below 25°C / 77°F), away from heat, damp and direct sunlight. Do not use it after the expiry date.
- QWhy must I take Renagel with meals?
- A
It needs to be in your gut at the same time as the food to bind the phosphate.
- QCan I take other medicines with Renagel?
- A
Some medicines should be taken 1 hour before or 3 hours after. Ask your pharmacist.
- QWhat foods are high in phosphate?
- A
Dairy, processed meats, cola drinks and many processed foods. Your dietitian can help.

Ali Nakamura –
I had no trouble at checkout, which is not always the case on other sites. I received everything in good time. It was cheaper than my usual place, and the service was just as good. I will be ordering Sevelamer from here again.
Mira Thompson –
My Sevelamer reached me without any delays. Nothing was missing from my order. Everything went well, so I will be back.
Ming Patel –
I was a bit unsure at first, but ordering here worked out fine. The total I saw at checkout was the total I paid. I should add that the parcel arrived a day or two sooner than I figured. Great experience, I have already bookmarked the site.
Shreya Rodriguez –
I used this site for my latest order and had no problems. Checkout was simple and I never felt lost on the site. Everything inside was snug and protected.
Pierre Abbas –
Wanted to share my experience with this order. It was affordable and the total at checkout matched what I expected. It came in a reasonable amount of time. And good communication, I always knew what was happening with my order.
Anthony Abbas –
I found Renagel on this site pretty quickly. Good value for the money. I reached out with a small query and it was sorted straight away. Also, the order form was short and easy to fill in. Would not hesitate to use this site again.
Zainab Watson –
My experience with this order was good. Communication was good throughout the order. I liked that the site did not make things complicated.
Oliver Garcia –
I needed to place an order in a hurry and this site made it easy. The wait for delivery was short and painless. The parcel looked untouched when it got to me.