Drugs for CKD Flashcards
1
Q
Epoetin alfa
A
Stimulate Erythropoiesis
2
Q
Sodium polystyrene sulfate
A
Binds to excess potassium in bowels & excreted as stool
Capture potassium in exchange for sodium or calcium ions
3
Q
Calcium carbonate
A
Calcium-based phosphate binders to prevent calcium deficiency & hyperphosphatemia
4
Q
Calcitrol
A
Active form of vitamin D3 elevates plasma levels of calcium to stimulate calcium uptake & reabsorption by kidneys = treat hyperparathyroidism
5
Q
Furosemide
A
Loop diuretics inhibit Na-K-Cl cotransporter in thick ascending limb of loop of Henle
Bind to chloride transport channel so more sodium, potassium & chloride stay in urine