Episode 46: Safe Drug Therapy in Chronic Kidney Disease

W21C Patient Safety Podcast Podcast

In this episode Craig Curtis talks about the role of pharmacists in Alberta in the development and use of the CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease) Pathway. He highlights the importance of building an evidence-based pathway that includes international recommendations easily accessible to family physicians and pharmacists.

After listening to this podcast the listeners will be able to recognize the primary interventions for managing chronic kidney disease (CKD) in adults: 

  • Prevent progression: ACEi/ARB, DM
  • Reduce cardiovascular (CV) risk: statin, antiplatelet
  • Renal dose adjustments
  • Avoid nephrotoxic medication

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