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View compareImportant Notice: Renavit® is not a complete food and should not be used as the sole source of nutrition. For the dietary management of water soluble vitamin deficiency in renal failure patients receiving dialysis.
Why Dialysis Patients Need Water Soluble Vitamins
Patients with chronic renal failure frequently suffer from lack of water soluble vitamins. Dialysis patients may require regular supplementation because:
Vitamin Content - Renavit®
Renavit® is a multivitamin supplement for the dietary management of water soluble vitamin deficiency in renal failure patients receiving dialysis. It contains all 9 water soluble vitamins for daily supplementation as recommended by the European Best Practice Guidelines.
Vitamin Content Per Tablet
| Vitamin | Per Tablet | EBPG RDA* |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 3.0mg | 1.1-1.2mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 1.7mg | 1.1-1.3mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Nicotinamide) | 20.0mg | 14-16mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) | 10.0mg | 5mg |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 10.0mg | 10mg |
| Vitamin B7 (Biotin) | 60.0µg | 30µg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) | 1.0mg | 1mg |
| Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) | 6.0µg | 2.4µg |
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 120.0mg | 75-90mg |
*EBPG RDA: European Best Practice Guideline on Nutrition, Nephrol Dial Transplant, 2007 22 (Suppl 2): ii45–ii87. The level of each vitamin is below the tolerable upper intake levels for vitamins and minerals.
Role of Water Soluble Vitamins
| Function | Vitamins Involved |
|---|---|
| Cell Division & ESAs (Erythropoiesis) | Folic Acid (B9), Vitamin B12 |
| Iron Mobilisation (IV Iron) | Vitamin C |
| Energy Release | B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 |
| Replacing Dialysis Losses | All water soluble vitamins |
Ingredients - Renavit®
Product Description: Renavit® is a multivitamin supplement for the dietary management of water soluble vitamin deficiency in renal failure patients receiving dialysis. The coated tablets are designed to be swallowed whole with a little fluid.
Active Ingredients (per 100g coated tablets)
- Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C): 26.7g
- Nicotinamide (Vitamin B3): 4.7g
- Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6): 2.8g
- Calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B5): 2.4g
- Thiamin nitrate (Vitamin B1): 860mg
- Riboflavin (Vitamin B2): 400mg
- Folic acid (Vitamin B9): 233mg
- Biotin (Vitamin B7): 10mg
- Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12): 1.0mg
Other Ingredients
Talcum powder, saccharose, lactose monohydrate, cornstarch, cellulose powder, colours (titanium dioxide, cochineal red A, beetroot powder [maltodextrin, concentrate of beetroot juice, citric acid]), silicon dioxide, magnesium salt of fatty acids, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, gum arabic, palm oil (total hydrogenated), glucose syrup, gelatine, calcium carbonate, microcrystalline cellulose, fatty acids.
Allergen Information
Contains: Lactose monohydrate, Gelatine
Note: Contains cochineal red A (E124) colouring
Dietary Suitability
Not suitable for vegetarians or vegans (contains gelatine)
Not suitable for those with lactose intolerance (contains lactose)
Dosage & Usage
Recommended Dosage
Adults (Dialysis Patients): One tablet daily, swallowed whole (not chewed) with a little fluid.
Directions for Use
- Swallow tablet whole – do not chew
- Take with a little fluid
- Always take exactly as your doctor has told you
- Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure
If You Take Too Much
Ask the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.
If You Forget a Dose
You may take the dose later on during the same day. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Indications
For the dietary management of water soluble vitamin deficiency in renal failure patients receiving dialysis.
Contraindications
Do not take Renavit® if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients.
Important Notices
- Use only under medical supervision
- Renavit® is not a complete food and should not be used as the sole source of nutrition
- If you notice any unexpected effects, stop taking the tablets and tell your doctor or pharmacist
Side Effects
There are usually no undesirable effects after taking Renavit®. If you do notice any unexpected effects, stop taking the tablets and tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Storage & Shelf Life
- Storage: Store in a dry place protected from light, not above room temperature (25°C)
- Keep out of the reach and sight of children
- Do not use after the expiry date stated on the box
Product Information
- Format: Coated tablets
- Pack Size: 100 tablets
- Distributor: Stanningley Pharma Limited, BioCity, Pennyfoot Street, Nottingham NG1 1GF
- Tel: +44 (0) 115 912 4253
- Email: info@stanningleypharma.co.uk
- Manufacturer: RenaCare NephroMed GmbH, Germany
- PIL Revision: June 2016

