This pamphlet explains what to expect after you have a radical kidney removal (radical nephrectomy). A radical nephrectomy is a surgery to remove one kidney, the tissues around the kidney, your adrenal gland and nearby lymph nodes (if needed). Topics include how to get ready for this surgery, medications, what to bring to the hospital, incision care, eating and drinking, discomfort, activity, emotional support, and follow-up care.
Rituximab is a medication that works by lowering your body’s harmful response to immune system diseases like glomerulonephritis. This pamphlet explains how to take this medication, possible side effects, and if this medication is safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
People with kidney disease cannot process enough Vitamin D. Rocaltrol raises the amount of vitamin D in your body that can be used. This pamphlet outlines how to take the medication and side effects to watch for.
This pamphlet gives a 14-day meal plan for people with kidney disease.
Sevelamer is a medication that lowers the amount of phosphorus in your blood. Hemodialysis can remove some of the extra phosphorus, but you may need a medication like sevelamer to remove more. This pamphlet explains how to take sevelamer, possible side effects, and how to store this medication.
This pamphlet gives information about SGLT2 inhibitors in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Topics include what SGLT2 inhibitors are and how they work, why someone with CKD needs this medication, and how to take it. Possible side effects are also included.
Tacrolimus is a medication that works by lowering your body’s harmful response to immune system diseases like glomerulonephritis. This pamphlet explains how to take this medication, possible side effects, and how to store this medication.
This pamphlet lists medications to avoid when you are sick, if you also have chronic kidney disease. It also includes space to write down your own Sick Day Plan.
This pamphlet lists medications you should not take if you get very sick with diarrhea (loose, watery poop), or you are vomiting (throwing up) after a kidney transplant. Information about what to do if you have not taken your medication(s) for more than 1 day (24 hours) and/or cannot keep fluids down without vomiting is included.
A highly sensitized patient has a high amount of antibodies. This makes them more likely to reject an organ after transplant. This pamphlet explains how to know if you are highly sensitized, and how the Highly Sensitized Patient Program works.