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Category: Medications

Phosphorous

Posted on September 2019January 2022

Why do we worry about phosphorus blood levels? Phosphorus and calcium need to stay in balance in your blood. If…

Medications

Kayexalate

Posted on September 2019January 2022

With the return of the winter season, we would like to remind you of the importance of keeping a supply…

Medications

Changes to Your Non-Renal Medications or Changing Pharmacies

Posted on September 2019January 2022

When you see a doctor outside of the dialysis unit (for example, your family doctor, a doctor at a walk-in…

Medications

Dialysis and Over-the-Counter Medications

Posted on September 2019January 2022

Allergy Medications (also called Antihistamines) It is safe to take most over-the-counter allergy medications in the normal doses as they…

Medications

Fish Oil Capsules for IgA Nephropathy

Posted on September 2019January 2022

What is it? Fish oil contains omega-3 fatty acids. There are two different types of omega-3 fatty acids: EPA and DHA. Fish…

Medications

Coughs, Colds & the Flu

Posted on September 2019January 2022

Information for People with Kidney Disease Introduction The common cold is an easily spread and easily contracted illness. The average person…

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Azathioprine

Posted on September 2019January 2022

What is it? Azathioprine is used to treat various types of kidney disease. Why did my doctor prescribe or recommend…

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Cyclosporine

Posted on September 2019January 2022

What is it? Cyclosporine can be used to treat various types of kidney disease. Cyclosporine was originally developed to prevent…

Medications

Cyclophosphamide

Posted on September 2019January 2022

What is it? Cyclophosphamide can be used to treat various types of kidney disease. Cyclophosphamide was originally developed as a…

Medications

Prednisone

Posted on September 2019January 2022

What is it? Prednisone will decrease the inflammation in your kidneys so they can function better. Why did my doctor…

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