Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
English
|
Acute renal failure |
French
|
Insuffisance rénale aiguë |
| Level | Code | Title | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | XIV | Diseases of the genitourinary system | |
| 2 | N17-N19 | Renal failure | |
| 3 | N17 | Acute renal failure |
| Active Ingredient | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminium hydroxide |
Aluminium hydroxide is a slow-acting antacid. It is used to provide symptomatic relief in gastric hyperacidity. In addition, the antipeptic and demulcent activity of aluminium hydroxide helps to protect inflamed gastric mucosa against further irritation by gastric secretions. |
|
| Piretanide |
Piretanide is a loop diuretic for the management of fluid retention and treatment of mild to moderate hypertension. |
