Patient Lesson – Booklet 8: Understanding Your Medications

This booklet will teach you about some of the most common chronic kidney disease (CKD) medications, information for taking them, and tips for keeping track of them.

While on peritoneal dialysis (PD), you may need to take medications in addition to doing your PD treatments. These medications treat problems related to CKD or your unique health needs.

Other pages you may be interested in!

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Eating well on PD

Foods to eat, limit, or avoid; strategies for taking small steps.

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Ordering your PD supplies

How to order and store supplies; what to do when your delivery arrives; problems with orders.