kidney.wiki vs KidneySafe Check

kidney.wiki is a free open access medical education resource dedicated to pediatric nephrology. This app is for educational use by medical professionals and cannot be used to evaluate medical conditions or be used to diagnose or treat patients. If you are a patient, please see your doctor for evaluation. The content on this app should not replace the relationship that exists between a patient/site visitor and their physician. Tools include a pediatric CKiD U25 eGFR calculator, CKiD time to kidney replacement therapy (KRT) calculator, adult CKD-EPI eGFR calculator, total body water and body surface area (BSA) calculator (for children and adults), blood volume and plasma volume calculator (pediatric and adult), fractional excretion of magnesium calculator, tacrolimus hematocrit adjustment calculator, peritoneal dialysis (PD) adequacy calculator, hemodialysis (HD) adequacy calculator including Daugirdas equations and standard Kt/V. Find links to other nephrology FOAMed resources and a whole host of other resources, such as the latest nephrology guidelines including KDIGO and KDOQI. ------ In today's fast-paced world, accessing essential information in pediatric nephrology can be a challenge. Valuable content is often locked away behind registration or paywalls, hidden within academic literature, or difficult to locate when time is of the essence. kidney.wiki aims to transform knowledge sharing by consolidating the best available information from various sources and presenting it in a user-friendly, easily accessible format – completely free of charge. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and open collaboration. While kidney.wiki maintains editorial review to ensure consistency and quality, we embrace the opportunity to present different viewpoints and approaches. In cases where consensus is lacking, we will clearly outline the controversy and offer multiple reasonable solutions. We actively encourage users to contribute their insights and feedback, helping us keep our platform up-to-date and of the highest quality. Join us on our journey to reshape medical education and empower healthcare professionals in the field of pediatric nephrology. Welcome to kidney.wiki.

KidneySafe Check helps you find out if a supplement, herbal product, cosmetic, food, or medicine could harm your kidneys. Search by name or scan the ingredient label with your camera. The app instantly checks it against a clinically reviewed database and shows a clear risk level, an explanation, and a recommended action. Designed for: People with kidney disease wondering if a product is safe Kidney transplant patients checking for interactions with anti-rejection medicines Pharmacists screening supplements for kidney patients Gym-goers checking protein powders, creatine, and pre-workouts Anyone buying herbal, beauty, or over-the-counter products What the app covers — 106 clinically reviewed items across 7 categories: Herbal and traditional remedies Vitamins and minerals Food and drinks, including grapefruit and other transplant interactions Detox and weight loss products Sports and fitness supplements Medicines and painkillers, including NSAIDs Beauty and skin products Key features: Scan ingredient labels using your camera — no barcode needed Search by product name, ingredient, or brand Three clear risk levels: Low concern, Caution, or High risk A kidney relevance summary showing potassium, phosphorus, stone risk, bleeding risk, blood test interference, and anti-rejection medicine interactions at a glance Patient mode in plain language, Pharmacist mode with clinical detail Related item suggestions so you can check similar products Clear guidance where cooking with an ingredient is fine but concentrated supplements are not Medical glossary explaining CKD, AKI, eGFR, potassium, phosphorus, UTI and more A ready-made message you can show your pharmacist Works offline after first load — no account needed No personal data collected — everything stays on your device Built by a consultant nephrologist. Every entry is grounded in published evidence from the National Kidney Foundation, KDIGO guidelines, FDA safety alerts, ASN Kidney News, and peer-reviewed case reports. This app provides educational risk screening only. It does not provide medical diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a pharmacist, nephrologist, or other healthcare professional before making decisions about supplements or products. Developed by SmartNephro.