UK kidney health guideCKD Medicines: Questions to Ask About Your Kidney Care
People with CKD may take medicines for blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, cardiovascular risk or complications of reduced kidney function. The correct medicines depend on the individual's condition and laboratory results.
Why medication review is important
As kidney function changes, some medicines may need adjustment. New medicines can also interact with existing treatment.
At appointments, ask whether your medication list remains appropriate for your current kidney function.
What should you tell your doctor or pharmacist?
Tell them about prescription medicines, over-the-counter products, vitamins, minerals and herbal supplements. “Natural” does not automatically mean risk-free, especially when kidney function is reduced.
Painkillers and kidney disease
Some commonly used medicines can affect kidney function or increase risks in particular situations. Ask a pharmacist or clinician before regularly using over-the-counter pain medicines if you have CKD.
Never make abrupt changes
Do not stop a blood-pressure medicine, diabetes medicine, steroid, anticoagulant or other prescribed treatment because of an online article.
Nisarg Ayurveda consultations can discuss complementary practices and help you prepare questions, but prescribed treatment decisions should remain with your appropriate healthcare professional.
Want to discuss your situation?
Nisarg Ayurveda offers complementary Ayurvedic consultation support. Bring your relevant medical reports and medication list to the consultation. This service does not replace GP, nephrology or emergency care.