Alpha Ketoanalogue
Description
Alpha Ketoanalogue is used for the prevention of deficient protein metabolism in kidney diseased patients with glomerular filtration rate (GFR) less than 25 ml/min. Patients are advised to take limited protein intake of not more than 40 grams per day while receiving this medicine. It is also used in the treatment of diabetic nephropathy for slowing down the progression of kidney failure.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Alpha Ketoanalogue
- Increased calcium levels
Uses of Alpha Ketoanalogue
What is it prescribed for?
- Chronic Kidney disease
- Diabetic Nephropathy
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Hypercalcemia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with hypercalcemia (increased levels of calcium in the body) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to this medicine or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Disturbed amino acid metabolism
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with conditions where the amino acid metabolism is dysregulated, due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Hypercalcemia
This medicine should be used with caution since it may increase the risk of increased calcium levels in the body. Reduce the intake of vitamin D and calcium sources if levels are high. Regular monitoring of the calcium levels is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Protein Intake
Patients are advised to take a limited protein intake of not more than 40 grams per day while receiving this medicine.
Other medicines
Alpha Ketoanalogue may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Ciprofloxacin
Tetracyclines
Estramustine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine as instructed by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine works by improving protein metabolism; reduces the metabolic disturbances and accumulation of nitrogenous wastes.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Nutritional supplements for kidney disease
Schedule
Schedule H
[Internet]. Centaurpharma.com. 2018 [cited 1 October 2018]. Available from:
[Internet]. Septalyst.com. 2019 [cited 10 June 2019]. Available from:
Information on this page was last updated on 10 Jun 2019
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