Description
Ketosteril Tablet – Nutritional Support for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Ketosteril Tablets are a dietary supplement containing essential amino acid analogues, specifically formulated for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). It helps delay the progression of kidney dysfunction by supporting protein nutrition while reducing nitrogen waste, especially when combined with a low-protein diet. Ketosteril is commonly recommended for patients in stages 3 to 5 of CKD who are not yet on dialysis.
Key Benefits:
- Supports protein nutrition in CKD patients on a restricted-protein diet
- Helps reduce nitrogen retention and uremic symptoms
- Delays progression to dialysis in chronic kidney disease
- Improves overall nutritional balance and reduces muscle breakdown
- Recommended by nephrologists as part of conservative kidney management
How to Use:
Take 4–8 tablets three times daily with meals, or as directed by your healthcare provider. Always use Ketosteril under medical supervision in combination with a low-protein diet.
Precautions:
- Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition
- Patients with severe liver disorders should use with caution
- Monitor serum calcium levels during use
- Should be used alongside regular medical check-ups and lab monitoring
Storage Instructions:
Store below 25°C in a dry place. Keep away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is Ketosteril used for?
Ketosteril is used to manage chronic kidney disease (CKD) in patients who are not on dialysis. It helps reduce nitrogen waste while maintaining proper amino acid nutrition.
2. How does Ketosteril help kidney patients?
It provides essential amino acid analogues that help maintain protein nutrition without increasing the nitrogen load, which can stress damaged kidneys.
3. Can Ketosteril delay dialysis?
When used with a low-protein diet and medical supervision, Ketosteril may help slow kidney function decline and delay the need for dialysis.
4. How many tablets should I take daily?
The usual dose is 4 to 8 tablets three times per day with meals, but your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition and lab values.
5. Is a prescription required for Ketosteril?
While it may not always be prescription-only, Ketosteril should only be taken under the guidance of a doctor or kidney specialist.
6. Are there any side effects?
Ketosteril is generally well tolerated, but may cause elevated calcium levels or gastrointestinal upset in some users. Monitoring is advised.
7. Can it be used during pregnancy?
Use during pregnancy should only be under the supervision of a healthcare provider. Safety data is limited in pregnant women with kidney disease.
