Name: Renum SC 400mg Tablet
Brand: Renauxe Pharma India Pvt Ltd
SKU: 66e355f92acee465a4c6a781
Price: 102.80 INR
Availability: InStock

Question 1

Q. Is Renum SC 400mg Tablet taken with food?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Renum SC 400mg Tablet can be taken with food. It is recommended to take 1-2 tablets (based on individual needs) thrice daily. It is important to take it with meals because Renum SC 400mg Tablet works by binding to phosphate from food. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.

Question 2

Q. Can Renum SC 400mg Tablet be crushed?

Accepted Answer

No, you should not crush, chew, or break Renum SC 400mg Tablet into pieces. You should swallow it as a whole with water.

Question 3

Q. Why is it important for me to take Renum SC 400mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

It is important to take Renum SC 400mg Tablet as patients undergoing dialysis cannot control the phosphate levels in their blood, especially after a meal. When the level of phosphate exceeds above the range in the blood, it may cause problems such as itchy skin, red eyes, high blood pressure, bone pain, and also increase the risk of fractures. These increased serum phosphate levels are reduced by Renum SC 400mg Tablet, as it binds phosphate from food in the digestive tract.

Question 4

Q. Does Renum SC 400mg Tablet cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

A common side effect of Renum SC 400mg Tablet is constipation, though it does not occur in everyone. The other common side effects of the stomach and intestine include diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence, and pain in the abdomen. Immediately consult your doctor if these side effects become severe and disturb you.

Question 5

Q. Who should not take Renum SC 400mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Patients who are allergic to Renum SC 400mg Tablet and who have low levels of phosphate in blood should avoid taking Renum SC 400mg Tablet. Additionally, patients having intestinal obstruction should also avoid using Renum SC 400mg Tablet.

Question 6

Q. Can I take ciprofloxacin while I am taking Renum SC 400mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Ciprofloxacin may interfere with the working of Renum SC 400mg Tablet and therefore it should not be taken at the same time as Renum SC 400mg Tablet. However, if taken together then a gap of at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Renum SC 400mg Tablet should be maintained.

Question 7

Q. How long do I need to take Renum SC 400mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Continue taking Renum SC 400mg Tablet as long as recommended by your doctor. Renum SC 400mg Tablet lowers your dietary phosphate levels but does not cure your disease. Hence, you may have to take it lifelong, as stopping Renum SC 400mg Tablet may increase your phosphate levels.

Question 8

Q. Do I need to have any tests while taking Renum SC 400mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Yes, serum phosphate levels should be monitored regularly while you are taking Renum SC 400mg Tablet. Also, the use of Renum SC 400mg Tablet may decrease the levels of vitamin D, A, E, K, and folic acid and hence the levels need to be monitored during the treatment.

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