Ketoalfa Tablets 100s

What it is used for: Kidney Disease.

Indications as listed by the manufacturer: Prevention and treatment of damages due to faulty or deficient protein metabolism in chronic kidney disease in connection with a limited dietary protein intake of 40 g/day or less (adult). Usually this applies to patients whose glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is less than 25 mL/min.

How it works: Following absorption, the keto- and hydroxy-analogues are transaminated to the corresponding essential amino acids by taking nitrogen from non-essential amino acids, thereby decreasing the formation of urea by re-using the amino group. Hence, the accumulation of uraemic toxins is reduced. Keto and hydroxy acids do not induce hyperfiltration of the residual nephrons. Ketoacid containing supplements exert a positive effect on renal hyperphosphataemia and secondary hyperparathyroidism. Moreover, renal osteodystrophy may be improved. The use in combination with a very low protein diet allows to reduce nitrogen intake while preventing the deleterious consequences of inadequate dietary protein intake and malnutrition.

Active ingredient: Alpha Keto Analogue.

Reported side effects: Hypercalcaemia .

Known drug interactions: Tetracyclines, quinolines such as ciprofloxacin and norfloxacin as well as drugs containing iron, fluoride or estramustine , aluminium hydroxide .

The dose for adults (70 kg body weight) is 4 to 8 tablets three times daily during meals. OR As directed by your physician.

Active ingredient: Alpha Keto Analogue.

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

Manufactured by Ketoalfa Healthcare (Pvt) Ltd.. Country of origin: United Kingdom.