Manufacturers

Zydus Cadila

Salt Composition

Calcium Polystyrene Sulphonate (15gm)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In Treatment of Increased potassium levels in blood Potassium is a very important electrolyte that is required for various vital functions in our body. However, high levels of potassium are effectively removed by our kidneys as this could otherwise lead to complications such as muscle cramps, pain, difficulty breathing, nausea, tiredness, chest pain and even death. K-Bind Powder helps in normalizing these abnormal levels of potassium in our blood, particularly in people suffering from kidney disease or those who are on dialysis.u003cbr>u003cbr>Take this medicine as prescribed and let your doctor know about any other medicines, including antacids, as they may affect or be affected by this medicine. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Benefits

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. K-Bind Powder may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.u003cbr>Avoid K-Bind Powder with grapefruit juice.

Description

K-Bind Powder is a medicine used for the reduction of high blood potassium levels in patients with chronic kidney disease who are undergoing dialysis. It helps removes the extra potassium from the body and brings potassium levels back to normal.K-Bind Powder may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly at a fixed time each day to get the maximum benefit of the medicine. Avoid consumption of grapefruit juice while you are taking this medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly unless the doctor tells you so. Using of K-Bind Powder may cause side effects such as vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and constipation. If the side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. You may also need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood while taking this medicine.

How To Use

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. K-Bind Powder may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.u003cbr>Avoid K-Bind Powder with grapefruit juice.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with K-Bind Powder. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

K-Bind Powder is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

K-Bind Powder is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. | - Driving : SAFE

K-Bind Powder does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

K-Bind Powder is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of K-Bind Powder is recommended. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of K-Bind Powder in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If Miss

If you miss a dose of K-Bind Powder, please consult your doctor.

Packaging Detail

packet of 15 gm Powder

Package

Packet

Qty

15 gm

Product Form

Powder

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Chemical Class :: Polystyrene sulphonic acid derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: UROLOGY|Action Class :: Ion exchange resins (Potassium Binders)

Primary Use

Treatment of Increased potassium levels in blood

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Treatment of Increased potassium levels in blood

Common Side Effect

Vomiting | Nausea | Constipation | Fecal impaction (hardened stool that stays stuck in the rectum or lower colon) | Gastric irritation | Decreased appetite

Alcoholinteraction

UNSAFE

Pregnancyinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lactationinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Drivinginteraction

SAFE

Kidneyinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Liverinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Manufacturer Address

Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.

Q A

Q. How would I know if I have high potassium level?::: Your doctor will check your blood potassium levels periodically to detect high potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Make sure that you do not miss any future appointments with the doctor.| Q. Are there any medicines to avoid while we take K-Bind Powder?::: Yes, before taking the medicine inform your prescribing doctor if you are taking antacids containing aluminium or magnesium salts, a heart disorder medicine like digoxin, magnesium hydroxide or aluminium carbonate which are used as laxatives. Additionally, the doctors should be informed about any history of use of medicines like thyroxine tablets or lithium for mania or bipolar disorder. Concomitant use of sorbitol is not recommended.| Q. Does K-Bind Powder cause damage to the gut?::: No, it does not damage your gut when prescribed for certain conditions. However, in some cases it can lead to gut damage if you take this medication along with sweetener like sorbitol (used to sweeten food). Using these together can cause narrowing of the gut wall and reduced blood flow to the gut wall. This may cause severe damage to your gut. Therefore, you should avoid using any sorbitol containing food while you take K-Bind Powder.| Q. Does K-Bind Powder cause damage to the gut?::: No, it does not damage your gut when prescribed for certain conditions. However, in some cases it can lead to gut damage if you take this medication along with sweetener like sorbitol (used to sweeten food). Using these together can cause narrowing of the gut wall and reduced blood flow to the gut wall. This may cause severe damage to your gut. Therefore, you should avoid using any sorbitol containing food while you take K-Bind Powder.

How It Works

K-Bind Powder is an ion exchange resin. It works by removing extra potassium from your body and brings its levels back to normal. It is useful in patients who have kidney diseases and those on dialysis.

Marketer Details

Zydus Cadila | Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.

Reference

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