Kidney Support Supplement

DuraLife®  Kidney Support Formula contains specific vitamins and minerals, a medicine that has a suitable formulation for CKD patients in Nephrology. DuraLife Kidney Support Formula is supplied in single-dose tablets for oral administration. 15 tablets are packed in a blister and 4 blisters are packaged in one box with a leaflet.

Patients diagnosed with CKD have different needs for specific vitamins and minerals compared with those without CKD. Consequently, vitamin and mineral combinations, prescribed specifically to the needs of CKD patients, are important for their overall health.

Therapeutic Fields​ of Kidney Support Supplement

Kidney support Formula is designed to provide everything the kidneys may need to function at their best. Over-the-counter supplements may contain large doses of specific minerals and vitamins, which could be toxic for CKD patients. Also, water-soluble vitamins are removed from the blood during the dialysis process, leaving the CKD population more vulnerable to a deficiency, therefore, CKD patients on dialysis are encouraged to take a daily kidney Support Supplement.

Dietary supplements for CKD patients

kidney Support Supplement is an excellent choice

• It has antioxidant agents. Antioxidants are helpful in hemodialysis patients, reducing the risk of cardiovascular events and increasing the quality of dialysis.
• It has a suitable formulation for CKD patients; Over-the-counter supplements may contain large doses of specific minerals and vitamins, which could be toxic for CKD patients. Also, water-soluble vitamins are removed from the blood during the dialysis process, leaving the CKD population more vulnerable to a deficiency, therefore, CKD patients on dialysis are encouraged to take a daily Kidney Support Formula.
• The best approach to ensure Kidney patients get a variety of vitamins and minerals.

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

Currently, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a public health issue due to the rapidly rising trend of its prevalence.  chronic kidney disease (CKD) has been recognized as a leading public health problem worldwide. The global estimated prevalence of CKD is 13.4% (11.7-15.1%). CKD predisposes patients to vitamin and mineral deficiencies, which may contribute to comorbidities such as anemia, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic imbalances. Studies show a high prevalence rate of malnutrition in both children and adults with CKD• A delicate interplay of multiple factors, including hormonal imbalances, decreased appetite and food intake, inflammation, increased catabolism, nutrient losses in dialysate and metabolic derangements predispose chronic kidney disease patients to malnutrition• Those diagnosed with CKD have different needs for specific vitamins and minerals compared with those without CKD. Consequently, vitamin and mineral combinations, prescribed specifically to the needs of CKD patients, are important for their overall health.

Vitamins and Minerals of Kidney Support Role in CKD

Copper

Acts as an antioxidant in the body, protecting cells from free radical damage and neutralizing harmful peroxides. Copper levels may decline over time in patients with kidney disease.

Iron

Kidney patients, especially those who are on dialysis, cannot maintain adequate iron stores; so, they are at risk for developing anemia. To prevent anemia in kidney patients, the KDOQI Guidelines recommend regular iron supplementation to achieve target iron levels.

Selenium

Acts as an antioxidant that binds free radicals to protect cells against oxidative stress. Selenium levels may decline over time in patients with kidney disease.

Zinc

The right amount may help protect cells from free radical damage. Lower zinc levels in CKD patients might happen due to the increased urinary zinc excretion and the decreased intestinal zinc absorption. Zinc is required to maintain the structures and functions of more than 200 enzymes, such as enzymes needed in the transcription and translation of genetic material and cell division.

B Vitamins Group

One of the important functions of vitamin B6, B12, and folic acid is to work together with iron to prevent anemia. Thiamine, Riboflavin, Pantothenic acid, and Niacin, can also be given as a supplement. These vitamins help to change the foods into energy in the body.

Vitamin C

Oxidative stress and inflammation are also a common problem in CKD patients, and both have an important role in the development and progression of atherosclerosis and increased cardiovascular events in CKD. Ascorbic acid might be a promising agent in CKD for improving outcomes by decreasing oxidative stress and ADMA (Asymmetric dimethylarginine) levels.

Vitamin E

Helps protect cells from oxidation and free radicals to protect against some types of cancer. It’s also considered a means of correcting plasma antioxidant status and attenuating the cardiovascular disease that accompanies kidney failure.

Dosing of Kidney Support Supplement

Dosing: Adult

• Adults and children aged 18 and above One tablet once daily with the main meal and a full glass of water.
• Dosing: Renal Impairment:

Use with caution in severe impairment.

• Dosing: Hepatic Impairment:

Use with caution in severe impairment.

Administration

• Administer with food and a full glass of water.

Interactions

• Iron absorption is inhibited by eggs and milk.

Warnings/Precautions

• Severe hepatic impairment
• Severe renal impairment
• Severe iron toxicity may occur in overdose, particularly when ingested by children
• Avoid prescribing more than the recommended amount.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation.

Pregnancy

• The benefits and risks of use should be assessed on an individual basis.

Breast-feeding

• Vitamins and minerals are present in breast milk, for more information, refer to individual vitamin and minerals monographs for requirements during pregnancy and while breast-feeding.

Side Effects of Kidney Support Supplement

Side effects have rarely been seen in recommended doses.

Signs of an allergic reaction include black or tarry stool, Fever, Upset stomach, Belly pain, and Stomach cramps.