WHAT TO EXPECT:

The Treatment Process

  • Convenient & Efficient: Each session typically lasts 2 to 4 hours, allowing you to return home the same day.

  • Minimally Invasive: The procedure is performed using veins in your arms — no surgery, no hospital stay.

  • Comfortable & Well-Tolerated: Under the care of experienced professionals, most patients find the process smooth and relaxing. Adverse effects are rare and closely monitored.

  • Tailored to You: The replacement fluid is customized to your individual needs, ensuring optimal safety and effectiveness.

Preparing For Your Visit

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  • Drivers license or another government-issued ID

  • A friend or family member to drive you home (especially after your first treatment)

  • Wear warm, loose-fitting clothes

Eating and drinking

  • Eat a light meal 1-2 hrs before

  • Drink 2-3 cups of water 2 hours prior to your appointment

  • Avoid heavy or fatty foods

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What to bring
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  • Do not take ACE inhibitors for at least 24 hours prior to your procedure

  • Renew TPE only provides procedure-related medication

  • If you may need other medication during your visit, bring it with you

Getting here

  • Free parking in our lot

  • Easy access off I-75 — 5 minutes from Somerset Mall

  • Allow extra time for traffic

Medication advisory