Description:

Urelog Tablet is a pharmaceutical preparation containing a combination of ketoanalogues and essential amino acids. It is primarily used as a nutritional therapy for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) to prevent and treat renal damage resulting from protein metabolism disorders. When combined with a low-protein diet, Urelog helps in reducing the accumulation of nitrogenous waste products, thereby slowing the progression of renal insufficiency.

Prescription:

• Prescription-only medication 

 Dosage:

• The typical dosage is 1 tablet per 5 kg of body weight per day, divided into three doses.
• For an average adult weighing 70 kg, this equates to 4 to 6 tablets taken three times daily during meals.
• Dosage may be adjusted based on individual patient needs and the severity of renal impairment.

Therapeutic Category:

• Nephrology / Nutritional Therapy for Chronic Kidney Disease

 Active Ingredients/Composition:

Urelog contains a mixture of ketoanalogues and essential amino acids, including:

• α-Ketoanalogues of essential amino acids
• Essential amino acids in their free form
  These components are formulated to provide the necessary amino acids without adding nitrogenous waste, thus reducing the burden on the kidneys.

Variant:

• Urelog is available in tablet form, commonly packaged in blister packs.

Consume Type:

• Oral – Tablets are to be swallowed with water during meals.

 Directions/Usage:

• Take the prescribed number of tablets during meals to enhance absorption and efficacy.
• Adhere to a low-protein diet (approximately 40 g/day for adults) as recommended by a healthcare provider.
• Regular monitoring of renal function and nutritional status is advised during therapy.

Common Side Effects:

• Hypercalcemia (elevated calcium levels in the blood)
• Gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea or vomiting
• Allergic reactions (rare)
  Patients should have their blood calcium levels monitored regularly to prevent complications.

Package Type:

• Typically supplied in blister packs containing a specific number of tablets per pack.

Storage Advice:

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Safety Advice:

• Not recommended for patients with hypercalcemia or disorders of amino acid metabolism.
• Should not be used concurrently with other calcium-containing medications.
• Use with caution in patients with a history of phenylketonuria, as the product contains phenylalanine.

 Product Substitutes:

• Ketosteril – Another ketoanalogue preparation used in similar clinical settings.
• Alfa-Ketoanalogue Tablets – Generic versions available in various markets.
  Substitutes should only be used under medical supervision.

Manufacturer/Marketer:

• TIL Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

 Country of Origin:

• India