Nactrev Tablet
Nactrev 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.
Nactrev Tablet
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Nactrev 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.
Nactrev 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.
Nactrev 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.
03Uses
Treatment of Chronic kidney disease
04How To 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. Nactrev Tablet is to be taken with food.
05How It Works
Nactrev Tablet is a combination of two antioxidants: Taurine and Acetylcysteine. These antioxidants work by protecting the kidneys from damage by harmful chemical (free radicals).
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Nactrev Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Nactrev 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.
07Benefits
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. Nactrev 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.
08Side Effects
Nausea
Vomiting
Rash
Fever
Runny nose
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Skin irritation
Throat irritation
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Nactrev Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nactrev 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
Nactrev 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 Nactrev 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
Nactrev Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Nactrev Tablet is recommended.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Nactrev Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug 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.
References
Sources and references
Taurine+Acetylcysteine [Product monograph]. New Delhi, India: Hospimax Healthcare Private Limited. [Accessed 11 Apr. 2022] (online) Available from: View
Soiheinz. Acetyle Custein+Taurine [Product Information]. [Accessed 28th Sept. 2023] (online) Available from: View
N-Acetylcysteine and Taurine [Product Description]. [Accessed 28th Sept. 2023] (online) Available from: View
