DIANEAL LOW CALCIUM WITH DEXTROSE, DIANEAL PD-2 WITH DEXTROSE

What is this medication? Dianeal Low Calcium with Dextrose and Dianeal PD-2 with Dextrose are sterile solutions used for peritoneal dialysis in patients with chronic kidney failure. These medications help perform the functions that healthy kidneys normally do by removing toxic waste products and excess water from the body. During the dialysis process, the solution is introduced into the abdominal cavity where it stays for a period of time to filter the blood through the peritoneal membrane before being drained away.

The dextrose in these solutions acts as an osmotic agent to pull extra fluid and waste out of the bloodstream and into the abdominal cavity. The low calcium version is specifically designed for patients who need careful management of their calcium levels to prevent complications like hypercalcemia. These treatments are essential for managing end-stage renal disease and help maintain a proper balance of electrolytes and fluids when the kidneys are no longer functioning effectively on their own.