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Nefguard 500mg/150mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Nefguard 500mg/150mg 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.

Nefguard 500mg/150mg 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.


Benefits of Nefguard 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. Nefguard 500mg/150mg Tablet has antioxidant properties which helps in elimination of toxic materials such as urea from the kidneys and improves 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.

Side effects of Nefguard 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 Nefguard

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

How to use Nefguard 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. Nefguard 500mg/150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Nefguard Tablet works

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

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Nefguard 500mg/150mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nefguard 500mg/150mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nefguard 500mg/150mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Nefguard 500mg/150mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nefguard 500mg/150mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Nefguard 500mg/150mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Nefguard 500mg/150mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Nefguard Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Nefguard 500mg/150mg 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Quick tips

  • Take it only as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
  • It has a smelly odor. This is normal and does not indicate that medicine has changed.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

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Patient concerns

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i have a chronic kidney disease. should i opt ayurvedic medicine ?
Dr. Ankur Kumar Tanwar
Ayurveda
Yes ,please attach all reports in my whatup no 9XXXXXX
I am suffering from Chronic Kidney Disease , and undergoing dialysis since 8 months. Allopathic doctors have suggested me kidney transplant as there is no other treatment for kidney disease in allopathy. Does Ayurveda have any sure shot remedy to cure kidney disease so that dialysis can be stopped or its frequency can be reduced. Or should I go for transplant ?
Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni
Ayurveda
You should follow your doctor advice .
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References

  1. Taurine+Acetylcysteine [Product monograph]. New Delhi, India: Hospimax Healthcare Private Limited. [Accessed 11 Apr. 2022] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Taurine+Acetylcysteine [Product description].Chennai, India: Fourrts (India) Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. [Accessed 11 April 2022] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Soiheinz. Acetyle Custein+Taurine [Product Information]. [Accessed 28th Sept. 2023] (online) Available from: External Link
  4. N-Acetylcysteine and Taurine [Product Description]. [Accessed 28th Sept. 2023] (online) Available from: External Link

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