How can I be relieved of cramps in kidney failure?
Dr Vijay Kher
Chairman,
Department of Nephrology and Kidney transplant Medicine,
Fortis Kidney and Urology Institute,
Fortis Escorts Hospital, New Delhi
Chairman,
Department of Nephrology and Kidney transplant Medicine,
Fortis Kidney and Urology Institute,
Fortis Escorts Hospital, New Delhi
Q: I am suffering from chronic kidney failure. It is getting worse now. I have started getting cramps, which are unbearable and I also have bad breath. I am taking the following drugs - Lasix 1 in the morning, Atenlol 1 daily, Nephridipin 2 times daily and Enralpin 2 twice daily. There is no dialysis service available in the country, in which I stay and transplant is the last option. Besides there is no kidney donator in this country. Please advise.
A:I think your cramps may be due to loss of salt aggravated by Lasix. I suggest stopping Lasix for few days. Take vitamin E 400 mg once daily. There is no possibility of finding a donor in India. You should look for a family donor.