Kidney Disease

Frequently Asked Questions

12. What kinds of medicines are used for kidney disease?

Two types of blood-pressure medications --angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) -- have been shown to slow down kidney disease and delay kidney failure. These medications have been shown to protect kidney function in people who have either diabetes or high blood pressure, as well as those with various types of kidney disease.

"Are there Medications to Control Kidney Disease?" [1 min 32 sec]

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