Drugs for CKD Flashcards

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Epoetin alfa

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Stimulate Erythropoiesis

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Sodium polystyrene sulfate

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Binds to excess potassium in bowels & excreted as stool
Capture potassium in exchange for sodium or calcium ions

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Calcium carbonate

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Calcium-based phosphate binders to prevent calcium deficiency & hyperphosphatemia

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Calcitrol

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Active form of vitamin D3 elevates plasma levels of calcium to stimulate calcium uptake & reabsorption by kidneys = treat hyperparathyroidism

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Furosemide

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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

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