If high blood sugar is the kindling, high blood pressure is the gasoline that fuels the fire of diabetic kidney disease. Controlling blood pressure is just as important as controlling blood sugar for preserving kidney function. But what should the target be? The Evolving Guidelines For a long time, the standard blood pressure target for…
Alongside GLP-1 agonists, the other superstar class of medications for kidney protection in diabetes is the SGLT2 inhibitors. Drugs like empagliflozin (Jardiance), dapagliflozin (Farxiga), and canagliflozin (Invokana) have fundamentally changed how doctors treat diabetic kidney disease. How Do SGLT2 Inhibitors Work? SGLT2 inhibitors work in a unique way. They block a protein called sodium-glucose cotransporter…
GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and liraglutide (Victoza) have revolutionized diabetes care with their powerful effects on blood sugar and weight loss. But a growing body of evidence shows their benefits extend to another critical area: protecting the kidneys. Beyond Glucose Control: How GLP-1s Help the Kidneys While improving blood sugar and blood…
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