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Medicines gefapixant citrateQuestion & answer

gefapixant citrate · Medicine question

Can it be used with kidney disease?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Answer

Kidney function affects gefapixant exposure. Evidence is insufficient to recommend use in end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis.

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