Drugs and Medication for Kidney Diseases

Drugs and Medication for Kidney Diseases

Kidney disease treatment usually focuses on controlling the fundamental cause of the disease. This means the physician will help you better manage blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels. Usually, kidney disease does not have signs or symptoms in the early stages. Testing is the only way to know how the kidneys are performing. It is important to get tested for kidney disease if having the key risk factors - diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, or a family history of kidney failure.

Below class of drugs that are regularly used in general:

  • Anti-hypertensives to control your blood pressure
  • Diuretics to increase your urine output
  • Medications to keep your heart healthy
  • Phosphate binders to control your phosphate levels
  • Vitamin D to maintain strong bones and other benefits
  • Injections, including erythropoietin and iron, to control your anaemia

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