RenaKare (potassium gluconate) Rx
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RenaKare (potassium gluconate) Rx
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Guaranteed lowest authorized price. Learn more.
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Usually ships the same weekday before 3pm CT 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
22 total reviews
Rated 4.91 out of 5 stars
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
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2 4 star reviews
0 3 star reviews
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Reviews
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Potassium supplement for cat
From UndisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate) 4oz PowderMy cat needs a potassium supplement. We have ordered from vetrxdirect many times and have been happy with the product and the service. Delivery is fast All around good experience. -
Good, reasonably price medication!
From UndisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate) 2mEq (468mg), 100 TabletsThis product is used to help with our dogs kidney disease. It ships fast and we received it within 3 days of order. -
yes this medication help Mylie.....
From UndisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate) 2mEq (468mg), 100 Tabletsvet told me Mylie had low potassium. thank you!!!!!!MIKE -
Easy to Order Meds!
From UndisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate) 2mEq (468mg), 100 TabletsVetRxDirect has great prices and super fast shipping. What more could anyone ask for! Thank you for making the sad situation of needing meds for my cat less painful to deal with. It's a pleasure to recommend VetRxDirect. -
Necessary Supplement Found At Vet Rx Direct
From UndisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate) 2mEq (468mg), 100 TabletsMy 19+ year old Abyssinian spay, Min, has been on RenaKare for 4 years. Her kidneys haven't been functioning as well as they did and this supplement was recommended by our Veterinarian over other supplements of its kind. For reasons unknown to me, RenaKare had been on back-order at our vet hospital for a month. When we ran out I looked for another source and, at our vet's suggestion, looked online instead of going through our regular compound pet pharmacy. I found it on Vet Rx Direct. Good pricing (less than vet hospital and much less than pet pharmacy), easy ordering and quick delivery made this transaction a pleasant one. -
468mg Potassium Gluconate
From UndisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate) 2mEq (468mg), 100 TabletsI looked high and low for the potassium gluconate 468mg dosage for my dog and found them here. Quick and thorough and speedy delivery! Thanks! -
Better service and price than my vet
From UndisclosedComments about RenaKare (potassium gluconate) 2mEq (468mg), 100 TabletsRenaKare recommended by my vet to help with low potassium for my cat. My first time ordering from Vet RX Direct and I'm very pleased. They were very easy to work with and they had the product that my vet was unable to get. Shipping was prompt! -
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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Q & A
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Is the RenaKare gel flavored? If so what is the flavor??
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According to the manufacturer’s website, RenaKare gel contains a vanilla custard flavoring.
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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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