Clinical Conversations: SCSS: Practice Transformation: Making eGFR the Standard for CKD Dosing
From ASHPOfficial by American Society of Health-System Pharmacists©
June 9, 2026 · 34 min · Episode 1525
About this episode
The episode discusses the transition from Cockcroft-Gault eCrCL to eGFR for improved medication decision-making in chronic kidney disease.
This episode discusses the urgency for pharmacists to transition from using Cockcroft-Gault eCrCL to non-race based estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) to improve medication-related decision-making in persons with reduced kidney function. Listeners will learn how to transition from C-G eCrCL to eGFR adjusted for body surface area to improve medication effectiveness and safety in persons with chronic kidney disease. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.
Topics covered
- chronic kidney disease
- eGFR
- medication safety
- pharmacy practice
- clinical decision-making
Keywords
- eGFR
- Cockcroft-Gault
- chronic kidney disease
- medication effectiveness
- pharmacists
- kidney function
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists©
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