Special renal vitamins are usually prescribed to provide extra water soluble vitamins needed. Renal vitamins contain vitamins B1, B2, B6, B12, folic acid, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin and a small dose of vitamin C.
The calcium antagonistic effect of magnesium is also important for reducing the risk of kidney stones, and silent kidney stones significantly increase the risk of kidney failure. As low magnesium intake will reduce the urinary magnesium concentration, the beneficial effect of magnesium on stone formation is hampered.
Astragalus (a traditional Chinese medicine) for treating chronic kidney disease.
Fish oil is used to slow the progression of kidney disease in people with IgA nephropathy. While fish oil capsules may be effective in many patients, some patients do not respond to it. How does it work? The omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil prevent inflammation in the kidney to slow down progression of kidney disease.
Amalaki, Haritaki and Bibhitak. The wonderful trio of rejuvenating herbs namely, Amalaki, Haritaki and Bibhitaki is nature's miracle remedy, it fortifies the kidney tissues, improved plasma proteins, albumin, creatinine, and enhances overall renal functioning.
Silybum marianum, known as “milk thistle” or silymarin, is a very safe herb that protects against kidney failure and end-stage diabetic nephropathy.
KERENDIA is a prescription medicine used to treat chronic kidney disease in adults with type 2 diabetes to reduce the risk of: Worsening of kidney disease.
Zinc is considered an essential trace element for humans, and zinc deficiency has been linked to adverse outcomes in kidney disease.
Using probiotics (“good bacteria”) for removal of uremic toxins from the colon could help to maintain healthy kidney function.
However, because of the renal excretion of Mg, there is a risk that Mg therapy might result in toxic hypermagnesemia in patients with reduced kidney function.
Avoid foods that have more than 300mg sodium per serving (or 600mg for a complete frozen dinner). Avoid foods that have salt in the first four or five items in the ingredient list. Don't eat ham, bacon, sausage, hot dogs, lunch meats, chicken tenders or nuggets, or regular canned soup.
Diets high in salt are high in sodium, which can increase blood pressure and, in turn, harm your kidneys. Flavor your foods with herbs and spices instead of salt. Over time, you may find it easier to avoid using added salt (sodium) on your food.
You're more tired, have less energy or are having trouble concentrating. A severe decrease in kidney function can lead to a buildup of toxins and impurities in the blood. This can cause people to feel tired, weak and can make it hard to concentrate.
Light-brown or tea-colored urine can be a sign of kidney disease/failure or muscle breakdown.
When your kidneys are failing, a high concentration and accumulation of substances lead to brown, red, or purple urine. Studies suggest the urine color is due to abnormal protein or sugar as well as high numbers of cellular casts and red and white blood cells.
In September 2021, the Therapeutic Goods Administration approved dapagliflozin for treatment of CKD to reduce the risk of progressive decline in kidney function in adults with proteinuric CKD (stage 2, 3 or 4 and urine ACR≥ 30 mg/g) (TGA 2021).
The Australian Government will expand the PBS listing of dapagliflozin from 1 September 2022. Chronic kidney disease is estimated to cost the Australian health system approximately $5.1 billion per year and access to dapagliflozin will help reduce the risk of progressive decline in kidney function.
Kidney disease is labelled a “silent killer” due to its lack of physical symptoms. Even with symptoms present, these are often overlooked or attributed to another health issue. This presents a real problem for patients, where early diagnosis is key to the progression of kidney disease to kidney failure.