What Does KRd Mean in Medical Terms?

KRd stands for carfilzomib lenalidomide dexamethasone. Myeloma treatment combination.

carfilzomib lenalidomide dexamethasone

Myeloma treatment combination.

Where you will see KRd

You will most often see KRd in blood results and cancer treatment charts, medication orders and prescriptions.

Example

A medication order might be written with “KRd” as shorthand for carfilzomib lenalidomide dexamethasone.

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Educational reference only. This guide is for learning and quick reference. Abbreviations vary between hospitals, countries and specialties, and some are discouraged because they can be misread. Always write and interpret orders using your own institution’s approved abbreviation list, and check anything unclear with the prescriber or your local policy.