Supplements are various in the pharmacy, however, for PKD patients, they
should know what are the supplements of PKD and what supplements should be
avoided for PKD.
What are the supplements of PKD?
● Herbs. Many herbs are beneficial supplements for PKD, such as dandelion
root, cranberry, parsley, hydrangea, uva ursi, marshmallow, watermelon seed,
goldenrod etc. Some herbs help cleanse away toxins and some herbs take effect in
stopping renal cyst enlargement.
● Vitamin and mineral supplements. As PKD worsens over time, patients tend to
weak caused by severe symptoms. Vitamin and mineral supplements are suggested
for it can help alleviate the symptoms of PKD. Besides, there supplements are
beneficial for patients when they are on dialysis (Dialysis≠Long Life). However,
some kind of supplements may interfere with the medications for PKD, so you need
to talk with your doctors before buy them home.
What are not the supplements for PKD?
● Aspirin. Aspirin is an over-the-counter medicine which is toxic for kidneys
and helps impair kidney functions. Thereby, patients with PKD should avoid any
supplements contain aspirin. Some other similar medicines should also be cleaned
away, such as paracetamol.
● Acetaminophen. Supplements or medicines contains acetaminophen should be
avoided for PKD’rs. Long term use of it can make your kidney functions fall
down.
● Celery supplement. Some supplements are made of celery or other nightshade
vegetables should be avoided for they can stimulate the aggravation of
polycystic kidneys.
Supplements should be used to delay the progression of PKD and help patients
to recovery fast. If they choose wrongly, supplements will take adverse effects
for polycystic kidneys. Any help, you can mail to kidney-treatment@hotmail.com
