CKD Shield Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of chronic kidney disease. It protects the kidneys from damage and reduces the risk of kidney failure.
CKD Shield Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, fever, runny nose, diarrhea, abdominal pain, skin irritation and rashes, and throat irritation. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.
Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking this medicine.
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) refers to the loss of normal kidney function over a long span of time. CKD progresses gradually over a few years but may become permanent if left untreated. CKD Shield Tablet has antioxidant properties which helps in elimination of toxic materials such as urea from the kidneys and improves kidney function. When combined with a low or very low protein diet, it helps slow down the progression of CKD and improves the quality of life. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and take it as advised to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of CKD Shield Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of CKD Shield
Runny nose
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Skin irritation
Throat irritation
Nausea
Vomiting
Rash
Fever
How to use CKD Shield Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. CKD Shield Tablet should be taken with or after food.
How CKD Shield Tablet works
CKD Shield Tablet is a combination of two antioxidants: Taurine and Acetylcysteine. These antioxidants work by protecting the kidneys from damage by harmful chemical (free radicals).
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with CKD Shield Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
CKD Shield Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
CKD Shield Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
CKD Shield Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
CKD Shield Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of CKD Shield Tablet in patients with liver disease.
What if you forget to take CKD Shield Tablet?
If you miss a dose of CKD Shield Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
CKD Shield Tablet is used to help prevent contrast-induced acute kidney injury (CI-AKI) in people at high risk, such as those with kidney problems, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure, older age, dehydration, unstable blood flow, or those taking kidney-harming medicines.
Who should not take CKD Shield Tablet?
CKD Shield Tablet should not be taken by anyone who is allergic to taurine, acetylcysteine, or any other ingredient in the medicine.
Can people with severe asthma take CKD Shield Tablet?
CKD Shield Tablet is not recommended for people having a sudden, severe asthma attack. Asthma patients should be closely monitored during its use.
Can CKD Shield Tablet cause allergic reactions?
Yes, severe allergic reactions are possible with CKD Shield Tablet use. Symptoms may include low blood pressure, breathing difficulty, rash, or swelling. Medical supervision is essential during treatment.
Can CKD Shield Tablet interact with other medicines?
Yes, taking CKD Shield Tablet with cough-suppressing medicines may cause mucus build-up by reducing the cough reflex. Oral antibiotics should be taken at least two hours apart from this medicine.
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References
Taurine+Acetylcysteine [Product monograph]. New Delhi, India: Hospimax Healthcare Private Limited. [Accessed 11 Apr. 2022] (online) Available from: