The kidneys play an important role in removing some medications from your body. If your kidneys are not working well some medications may build up in your body and cause unwanted side effects. It is important to know what medications you are taking, why you are taking them, and the possible side effects and precautions. Personalized medication involves finding the best medication combination or regime that works best for each patient.

Watch this page to learn more about common kidney and transplant medications, as well as new and emerging medications and treatments.

For more information visit:

https://mykidneysmyhealth.com/living-with-ckd/medications

Here is a list of common kidney medications and what they do

https://www.kidneyfund.org/treatments/medicines-manage-kidney-diseas

https://www.ontariorenalnetwork.ca/en/medicationsafety

If you are interested in understanding the drug approval process in Canada, please see this 2023 video

Understanding the Drug Approval Process: From Clinical Trials to Public Reimbursement