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SGLT2 inhibitors
SGLT2 inhibitors are medicines that represent a promising option for many who are trying to keep their kidney disease from getting worse.These medicines can hel...
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs)
Learn about glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) and how these medicines work to slow down the damage to your kidneys and progression to end-st...
Statins
Learn about statins, a type of medicine that can lower the amount of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (or bad cholesterol) in your blood. They can also...
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors & angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)
Learn how angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors & angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) work to slow down the damage to your kidneys and progression...
Beta blockers
Living with kidney disease often involves managing various health challenges. Finding the right treatments is key to managing your symptoms and improving your q...
Prednisone
Prednisone, a commonly prescribed steroid, plays a significant role in managing kidney-related inflammation and other symptoms. This page is dedicated to provid...
Cystatin C test
Understanding the cystatin C test can help you feel more in control of your kidney health. Below, we explain how it works, what your results mean, and why your ...
Metformin
Learn about metformin, a medicine to treat type 2 diabetes. If you have type 2 diabetes, metformin can help control your blood sugar levels to prevent or slow d...
Herbal supplements and chronic kidney disease (CKD)
Learn about herbal supplements for people with chronic kidney disease (CKD), such as which herbal supplements are safe and which ones to avoid.