Retroalfa Tablet
Manufacturer
Retro Life Sciences
Salt Composition
Alpha Ketoanalogue
Key Information
Short Description
Retroalfa Tablet is a nutritional supplement used in the treatment of chronic kidney disease, reducing urea levels in the blood and delaying the risk of undergoing long-term dialysis.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Retroalfa Tablet is to be taken by mouth with or without food. Take it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Taking it along with a low-protein diet may help get the best of the medicine. Ensure that you maintain adequate calorie intake during treatment. While you are taking this medicine, your doctor may advise regular monitoring of serum calcium levels. This medicine is usually well tolerated with no common side effects. Ensure regular doctor consultation to evaluate medicine effects on your body. Before taking Retroalfa Tablet, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking any other medicines for other health conditions.
Directions for Use
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. Retroalfa Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Retroalfa Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Information regarding the use of Retroalfa Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Information regarding the use of Retroalfa Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Retroalfa Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called nutritional supplements. It follows same catabolic pathways as amino acids and works by improving the metabolism of protein in the body thereby improving the renal function.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Retroalfa Tablet for treatment of chronic kidney disease. Taking it along with a low-protein diet helps in delaying the progression of kidney diseases and dialysis initiation. Ensure that you maintain adequate calorie intake during therapy. Regularly monitor serum calcium levels as instructed by your doctor. Reduce your intake of vitamin D and other calcium sources if the levels are high.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Retroalfa Tablet?
Retroalfa Tablet is a dietary supplement that contains essential amino acids, which can provide metabolic benefits to the body. It is commonly used as nutrition therapy or dietary supplements in patients with chronic kidney failure to prevent excessive urea levels in the blood.
In what disease conditions can Retroalfa Tablet be used?
Retroalfa Tablet is most commonly used as a nutritional supplement in patients with long-term kidney disease. It may also be used during heart surgery to reduce the risk of complications, and in some cases, it may be used in combination with physiotherapy to treat pain in tendons. Additionally, it may be used to treat intestinal and stomach disorders, lung diseases, and as an add-on treatment in bacterial infections, although this is less common.
Is Retroalfa Tablet the same as Arginine alpha-ketoglutarate?
No, Retroalfa Tablet and Arginine alpha-ketoglutarate are different formulations. Retroalfa Tablet is a combination of various essential amino acids, primarily used to prevent and treat damages caused by faulty or deficient protein metabolism in chronic kidney disease. Arginine alpha-ketoglutarate, on the other hand, is a combination of the essential amino acid arginine and alpha-ketoglutaric acid, with similar uses.
How is Retroalfa Tablet given?
The recommended dosage for adults is to take the tablets with meals to ensure proper absorption of the amino acids. The tablets should not be chewed. Retroalfa Tablet should be used in conjunction with dietary protein restriction in cases of kidney failure, and the duration of treatment will depend on the severity of the kidney problem. It is essential to follow your doctor's advice and report any discomfort, uneasiness, or reactions to your doctor immediately.
