What components of renal failure require drug management to control their effects?

		Hypertension, occurs in 80% of patients.
		Oedema, managed via fluid restriction and reduction in volume of infusions.
		Acidosis, normally only a problem in pre-dialysis patients.
		Calcium, phosphate homeostasis.
		Electrolyte regulation, especially hyperkalaemia.
		Anaemia.
		Cramps and "restless legs".
		Nausea and purities.

For a discussion on the management of these conditions: Morlidge C and Richards T. (12 May 2001) Pharmaceutical Journal 266: no7147 p655-657.