Everybody's medications are individually tailored to meet their kidney condition. During the transition process we will talk more about your medications, helping you to manage these independently and understand why each one is important and what it does to keep your body well.

Some commonly used medication and what they are used for can be found here. You might also find information on the InfoKID and Kidney Care UK websites. Always talk to your kidney team if you have any concerns or you want information around what you are prescribed and why.

You may find you are only on one or two medications or a full range of different medications to manage your kidney condition. Immunosuppressant medications and steroids are often used to manage different kidney conditions as well as people who have received a transplant. Supplements such as vitamin D and phosphate as well as medications to remove excess phosphate in your body may be needed to help your body if your kidneys are not working as well as they should be.

It can be useful to know what to do if you happen to forget to take a medication, get confused, or are sick after taking medications.  All these are common and the nurses and doctors can suggest the best way to manage when this happens

It remains very important that you take all your medicines as prescribed. Ensure that you always have plenty and order them in advance from hospital pharmacy or general practitioner. Medicines are free if you remain in full time education until you are 19. After this you will be liable to pay unless you are on a low income and receive benefits. Further information is available here.

If you have any vomiting/diarrhoea, drink plenty of fluids and if it persists or you are not absorbing your medicines, contact your doctor. The 'over the counter' medication advised for pain relief is Paracetamol. Do not take brufen, Nurofen or any medicine containing this. If you are concerned discuss with your doctor or pharmacist.

If you have any questions about your medication then your Consultant or Nurse Specialist will be happy to answer these.

Having a kidney condition it is important to be aware of your blood pressure. It is important to keep this within set levels and take medication as prescribed. Blood pressure that remains high and uncontrolled by medicines can damage your kidney. Continue to take your blood pressure as advised by doctor.