Extraneal (icodextrin 7.5%) Dialysis Solution

• PD solution that uses icodextrin instead of glucose as osmotic agent to enhance fluid removal

• Studies demonstrate Extraneal (icodextrin):

  • Prolongs time on PD
  • Improves ultrafiltration
  • Significantly reduces dialysis fluid re-absorption

• Better for long-dwell due to slower absorption

• Significantly reduces dialysis fluid re-absorption

• Sold in more than 30 countries in Europe, Canada and Asia; U.S. launch targeted for second half 2002; Japan launch targeted for 2003

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