Ketosteril Tablet

Ketosteril Tablet is a tablet containing alpha ketoanalogue, a nutrition-support medicine used in certain people with chronic kidney disease who need help limiting nitrogen waste from protein metabolism. Each Ketosteril Tablet contains alpha ketoanalogue as labelled by the manufacturer, Fresenius Kabi, India. It is used alongside a carefully planned low-protein diet to help support kidney-friendly nutrition and reduce the buildup of harmful waste products.

How it works: Alpha ketoanalogue acts like a protein building block without adding extra nitrogen load, so the body can use it to help meet amino acid needs more efficiently. In tablet form, Ketosteril Tablet is taken by mouth and works together with dietary protein restriction to help reduce uremic waste products.

This Ketosteril Tablet is the tablet form of alpha ketoanalogue and is meant for people whose doctor has specifically chosen this strength as part of a low-protein renal diet plan. Because there are no other strengths or forms listed for this brand here, the key difference is how this tablet fits the prescribed daily tablet count rather than any alternative formulation. A clinician may choose Ketosteril Tablet when swallowing tablets is practical and consistent dosing is needed.

• Nutritional support in chronic kidney disease
• Used with a low-protein diet
• Helps reduce nitrogenous waste buildup
• Supports essential amino acid balance
• Dietary management in kidney disease

• Swallow Ketosteril Tablet whole with water unless your doctor gives different instructions.
• Take it exactly with the meal timing your clinician recommends, often with meals to match dietary protein intake.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet unless your pharmacist or doctor says it is okay.
• Follow the prescribed low-protein diet closely while taking Ketosteril Tablet.
• Do not change the number of tablets you take each day without medical advice.
• If you miss a dose, follow your prescriber’s instructions rather than doubling up.

Ketosteril Tablet provides alpha ketoanalogue as labelled per tablet, and the exact number of tablets per dose depends on your body weight, kidney function, diet plan, and lab results. It may be taken multiple times per day with meals, and the maximum daily tablet count is set by the doctor; do not exceed the prescribed amount.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Alpha Ketoanalogue may include:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Stomach discomfort
• Constipation
• Increased calcium levels with prolonged use or higher total intake

• Use only under medical supervision, especially if you have chronic kidney disease.
• Do not use as a substitute for a balanced renal diet plan.
• Tell your doctor if you have high blood calcium or a history of calcium metabolism problems.
• Use caution if you take calcium supplements or vitamin D, because levels may rise too high.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your clinician whether Ketosteril Tablet is appropriate.
• Do not drive if you feel dizzy, weak, or unwell after taking it.
• Keep follow-up lab appointments so your dose can be adjusted safely.

• Calcium supplements
• Vitamin D products
• Calcium-containing antacids
• Multivitamins or mineral supplements with calcium
• Other kidney diet supplements directed by your clinician

Store Ketosteril Tablet in the original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and excessive heat.