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K-Bind Powder

Manufactured byZydus Cadila
159
15GM POWDER

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Description

K-Bind Powder is used in the treatment of hyperkalaemia (high blood potassium levels) associated with kidney conditions such as anuria (inability of the kidney to produce urine) or severe oliguria (inability of the kidney to excrete the urine), etc. It is also used to reduce high blood potassium levels if you are undergoing regular dialysis (a procedure to remove waste products and excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys are not functioning properly). It works by removing an excessive amount of potassium from your body. K-Bind Powder shows common side effects such as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, or diarrhoea. These side effects usually subside with time. However, if they persist or worsen, consult your doctor for further assistance. K-Bind Powder may be mixed with a small amount of water and consumed. Take it exactly as directed by your doctor. Take the medicine at the same time daily for the ease of remembering. Avoid taking the medicine with fruit juice (orange juice) and some carbonated beverages as they may contain potassium. Avoid inhaling the powder as it can cause shortness of breath and coughing. K-Bind Powder should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Avoid taking the medicine if you have an intestinal obstruction (when your small or large intestine is blocked preventing the passage of food and liquid through it), thyroid problems, or low blood potassium levels. Caution is required if you have severe constipation, lung kidney, or heart conditions, severe burns, fluid retention, or electrolyte imbalance. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicine which suppresses your immune system. K-Bind Powder should be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding only after consulting your doctor.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for K-Bind Powder

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for K-Bind Powder

Nausea and vomiting

Unusual tiredness or weakness

Constipation

Diarrhoea

Loss of appetite

Hypokalaemia (low blood potassium levels)

Hypercalcaemia (high blood calcium levels)

Hypomagnesaemia (low blood magnesium levels)

Uses of K-Bind Powder

What is it prescribed for?

Hyperkalaemia

K-Bind Powder is used in the treatment of hyperkalaemia (high blood potassium levels) associated with kidney conditions such as anuria (inability of the kidney to produce urine) or severe oliguria (inability of the kidney to excrete the urine), etc. It is also used to reduce high potassium levels if you are undergoing regular dialysis (a procedure to remove waste products and excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys are not functioning properly).
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The time taken by K-Bind Powder to show its effect is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which K-Bind Powder remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for K-Bind Powder.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Due to the lack of safety information, K-Bind Powder should be used during pregnancy only upon your doctor's recommendation.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    K-Bind Powder should be used while breastfeeding only after consulting your doctor as there is no safety data available.

Allergy

Avoid taking K-Bind Powder if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Hypokalaemia

K-Bind Powder is not recommended if you have hypokalaemia (low blood potassium level) as it can worsen your condition.

Bowel obstruction

K-Bind Powder is not recommended if you have bowel obstruction (blockage in your intestine) as it can worsen your condition.

Breast cancer with hypercalcemia

K-Bind Powder is not recommended if you have conditions associated with hypercalcaemia (high blood calcium levels) such as thyroid problems or some types of cancer.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to the lack of safety information, K-Bind Powder should be used during pregnancy only upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

K-Bind Powder should be used while breastfeeding only after consulting your doctor as there is no safety data available.

General warnings

Electrolyte disturbances

K-Bind Powder should be used with caution if you have an electrolyte imbalance (when the levels of electrolytes in your body are either too high or too low). Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Administration of other medicines

K-Bind Powder may bind with other medicines taken orally, which could decrease their effect or cause side effects. Hence, this medicine should be administered at least three hours before or three hours after taking other medicines orally. Time duration of six hours should be maintained between the administration of this medicine and other oral medicines in case you have delayed stomach emptying.

Use in neonates

K-Bind Powder should not be given to neonates.

Severe burns

K-Bind Powder should be used with caution if you have severe burns. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Kidney and heart condition

K-Bind Powder should be used with caution if you have a kidney or heart condition. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Missed Dose

Do not miss the dose of K-Bind Powder. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Do not take more than the recommended dose of K-Bind Powder. Seek emergency medical treatment 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

Thyroxine

Lithium

Sorbitol

Digitalic drugs

Disease interactions

Constipation

K-Bind Powder should be taken with caution if you have severe constipation. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Breathing, lung or chest condition

K-Bind Powder should be used with caution if you have lung conditions. Accidental inhalation of this medicine may cause acute bronchitis (swelling of the tubes that carry air to your lungs) and/or pneumonia (a lung infection). Maintain caution not to inhale the medicine when ingesting it.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
Take K-Bind Powder exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Do not take any fruit juice having high potassium levels such as orange juice. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Your doctor may suggest tests for regular monitoring of your electrolyte level during treatment with this medicine.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

K-Bind Powder works by removing excess blood potassium levels from the body.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Cation exchange resin

Schedule

Schedule H

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159 
15GM POWDER