RenaKare (potassium gluconate) Rx
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RenaKare (potassium gluconate) Rx
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Usually ships within one business day with veterinary approval.
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Requires veterinary authorization.
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Your pet's veterinarian will provide directions for use.
What is RenaKare for Cats and Dogs?
- RenaKare is a prescription supplement that contains Potassium Gluconate.
- Potassium is an electrolyte, which is vital for your pet’s health.
- Low potassium levels may cause a range of health problems, including muscle weakness, impaired nerve function, and fluid imbalance due to excessive urination or diarrhea.
Why do cats and dogs use RenaKare?
- Your veterinarian may prescribed RenaKare or a Potassium Gluconate supplement when potassium levels in the blood are too low.
- Low potassium blood levels is also called hypokalemia. This condition can be caused by chronic kidney disease, metabolic diseases, poor diet, or as a side effect of taking some medications.
- Muscles, nerves, the heart, and proper fluid balance in the body all require the certain potassium levels.
What else should I know about RenaKare?
- Gel and powder may be easier to dose than tablets for some dogs and cats.
What problems could my dog or cat have with RenaKare?
- Overdoses of potassium can be serious. An overdose may result from a large one-time dose or from giving too much over time. Contact your veterinarian immediately is you see signs such as muscular weakness, nausea, vomiting, heart rhythm problems, paralysis, or collapse.
How do you use RenaKare?
- Oral potassium is best given with food to avoid upset stomach. Follow your veterinarian's directions.
What is in RenaKare?
- The active ingredient in RenaKare is Potassium Gluconate.
- Potassium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods and is necessary for the normal function of the heart, muscles, and nerves.
Will I get what I see in the picture?
- RenaKare is a brand name. You will receive the exact brand that you request.
Is it important for my dog or cat to finish all of the RenaKare?
- Dogs and cats may use RenaKare for different lengths of time. Please consult your veterinarian if you have any questions.
Review Summary
14 total reviews
Rated 4.86 out of 5 stars
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
Reviews
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Perfect!
From UndisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate) 2mEq (468mg), 100 TabletsI picked this product as my maine coon cat has congestive heart failure and the diuretics' create low potassium levels so this helps! twice a day. -
Keeps my pet feeling well!
From UndisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate) 2mEq (468mg), 100 TabletsMy cat has low potassium so the vet prescribed this medicine to keep him healthy and feeling well. -
Will buy again next refill.
From UndisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate)It's not as smelly as the Renal K+ we were using which was sickeningly sweet. There's actually not much odor which is good. Altho hard to tell don't think our cat dislikes it as much. It's also not as droopy which is good when trying to get a cat who's not happy about taking it hold still. Would buy next time.-
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From UndisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate)RenaKare & VetRx Direct help us keep our old man Merlot going. Awesome customer service & Great prices! Thank you!!!!-
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Will buy again.
From UndisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate)Tolerated by a feline who tolerates nothing. -
Maddie says thanks....
From UndisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate)Maddie says thank you for the fast and professional service. She doesn't know why she feels better but we do. Thanks -
Good for kidney disease
From undisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate)This helps my cat maintain normal potassium levels. He has beginning stage kidney disease. -
I would buy this product from VetRxDirect again.
From undisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate)I purchased this product from VetRxDirect since this company had the best overall price, including S&H. My order arrived on time, and my cat has had no trouble taking this supplement. This was a replacement for a prescription that I had previously filled at my veterinarian. I appreciated the fact that VetRxDirect contacted my vet for prescription approval. Made the process a lot easier. -
Works great
From undisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate)Same product as the Vet offers, but at 1.5 times LESS than they charge. -
Works
From undisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate)A little bit on the bigger side for my cat but beats the gel which gets in his fur
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Q & A
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Can Renakare Gel cause diarrhea??
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According to the manufacturer’s package insert, gastrointestinal distress or gastrointestinal irritation are listed as a potential adverse effect of this medication. Please contact your veterinarian if you have any further concerns regarding this medication in your pet.
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Your webpage on RenaKare says it can interact with glucocorticoids like prednisolone. However, I asked my vet about this and she checked her sources and could not find any info. on such an interaction. What is your source for this information so I can share it with her? Also, if there IS an interaction, how far apart should these two drugs be spaced? My cat is on both. Thank you?
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Gastrointestinal irritation is a potential adverse event associated with potassium supplements. Gastrointestinal irritation including ulceration are potential adverse events associated with glucocorticosteroid administration. While there is not a direct interaction or reason the two drugs cannot be administered together, your veterinarian may want to more closely monitor your pet while taking both medications.
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have an 18-19 year old cat with high blood pressure and failing kidneys was put on enalapril 1.25mg twice aday to lower bp. wasn't enough so put on amlodipine .833 mg once a day &renakare 234mg tab with food twice a day. better but still not enough. so now all 3 together. my concern is renakare with enalapril which interacts with each other. what does that mean??
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What are the inactive ingredients in RenaKare gel??
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According to the manufacturer’s website, RenaKare gel contains a vanilla custard flavoring. They do not publish a list of other inactive ingredients. Please contact your veterinarian to determine if this product is appropriate for your cat or dog.
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I have a small, old cat. She needs potassium supplements, but dislikes the gel intensely (keeps working her mouth and drooling, manages to get most of it out). Note: She takes her laxative in gel form without problem. She eats only dry food, so the powder-in-the-wet-food trick won't work. We ordered gel caps, but they are huge (size 0). So how big are the RenaCare 2 mEq tablets??
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To approximate, the tablets are slightly smaller than a dime. Please contact your cat's veterinarian regarding any other concerns you may have about your cat taking tablets.
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If I crush the tablet will it fit in a size 3 gel capsul??
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RenaKare tablets should not be crushed. If you are having difficulty giving the tablets to your pet, RenaKare is also available in powder and gel, or you should ask your veterinarian.
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I have been using Tumil K tablets. Need to find another brand of pill formula. Is RenaKare the same as Tumil K? Are there any differences? This is for a cat.?
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Tumil K tablets and RenaKare tablets both contain 2 mEq (468 mg) of potassium gluconate. The only difference between these two products would be the inactive ingredients they contain. The inactive ingredients are used to help formulate the tablets. Talk with your veterinarian if you have any other questions regarding your cat's therapy. Thank you, VetRxDirect
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What do the tablets look like? Are they caplets or a large round tablet? My vet had the caplets but had to switch to a new distributor. The new tablets are huge and too difficult to administer.?
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The tablets are a round white tablet. Thank you, VetRxDirect
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