K-Bind Powder

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.

USES OF K-BIND POWDER

• Treatment of Increased potassium levels in blood

BENEFITS OF K-BIND POWDER

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. 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.

SIDE EFFECTS OF K-BIND POWDER

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 K-Bind

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

HOW TO USE K-BIND POWDER

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. Avoid K-Bind Powder with grapefruit juice.

HOW K-BIND POWDER 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.