KETOANALOGUE,ESSENTIAL AMINO ACIDS

Ketoanalogue combined with essential amino acids is approved as a nutritional supplement to improve nutritional status in patients with chronic kidney disease.

Ketoanalogue + essential amino acids has been developed to prevent and treat kidney damage in patients with chronic kidney disease It corrects faulty protein metabolism due to low protein intake (less than 40g/day). It delays the disease progression and the onset of dialysis treatment by preserving the nutritional status.

Ketoanalogue + essential amino acids are available in the form of powder, granules and tablets. The dose and frequency vary according to body weight.

Ketoanalogue + essential amino acids are not associated with any serious side effects. However, hypercalcemia is the most common side effect.

During the Ketoanalogue + essential amino acids treatment, your doctor may periodically monitor your serum calcium, serum phosphate, and other kidney parameters to prevent serious complications. Report to your doctor if you have been diagnosed with hereditary phenylketonuria.

There is insufficient information about the impact of ketoanalogue + essential amino acids on pregnant and breastfeeding women. Exercise caution before using ketoanalogue + essential amino acids during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Your healthcare provider will regularly monitor your serum calcium levels to assess for hypercalcaemia and may recommend reducing your intake of calcium and vitamin D sources. Maintain a calorie-rich diet. Take ketoanalogue and essential amino acids only as advised by your healthcare provider. Inform your doctor if you have any additional kidney disease or other underlying medical conditions. Do not discontinue this medicine without your doctor's guidance. Do not take a double dose to compensate for a missed dose. Notify your doctor if you experience any serious side effects. Your medical professional will advise whether any dose adjustments are necessary. Contact your doctor for further information.

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