NEFROPROTECT

N-Acetylcysteine 150 mg Taurine 500 mg Tablets 

Product information

NEFROPROTECT Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of chronic kidney disease. It protects the kidneys from damage and reduces the risk of kidney failure.

NEFROPROTECT Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early, your symptoms may come back, and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking, as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, fever, runny nose, diarrhea, abdominal pain, skin irritation and rashes, and throat irritation. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.

Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking this medicine.

what are the Uses of NEFROPROTECT Tablet

what are the Benefits of NEFROPROTECT Tablet

In Treatment of Chronic kidney disease

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) refers to the loss of normal kidney function over a long span of time. CKD progresses gradually over a few years but may become permanent if left untreated. NEFROPROTECT Tablet has antioxidant properties that help in the elimination of toxic materials such as urea from the kidneys and improve kidney function. When combined with a low or very low protein diet, it helps slow down the progression of CKD and improves the quality of life. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and take it as advised to get maximum benefit.

what are the Side effects of NEFROPROTECT Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of NEFROPROTECT

• Runny nose
• Diarrhoea
• Abdominal pain
• Skin irritation
• Throat irritation
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Rash
• Fever

How to use NEFROPROTECT Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. NEFROPROTECT Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How NEFROPROTECT Tablet works

NEFROPROTECT Tablet is a combination of two antioxidants: Taurine 500mg and N-Acetylcysteine 150mg. These antioxidants work by protecting the kidneys from damage by harmful chemicals (free radicals).

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking NEFROPROTECT Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

NEFROPROTECT Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

NEFROPROTECT Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

NEFROPROTECT Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

NEFROPROTECT Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of NEFROPROTECT Tablet in patients with liver disease.

What if you forget to take NEFROPROTECT Tablet?

If you miss a dose of NEFROPROTECT Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.