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Do GLP-1 meds help kidney function?
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) | Last Active: Jan 22 11:10am | Replies (8)Comment receiving replies
Hi @jeffdief. I'm afraid I don't have any personal experience to offer you, but I did do some research. Studies do show that taking a GLP-1 can slow the progression of chronic kidney disease and lower the risk of kidney failure. The National Kidney Foundation has some really great information on how GLP-1 meds work and how they offer protection for the kidneys. There's also a really good interview you can listen to, just look for the "Hot Topics in Kidney Health" box under the "What are GLP-1 Medications" title on this page: http://kidney.org/news-stories/what-to-know-about-glp-1-medications-if-you-have-kidney-disease
Have you talked to your doctor about starting a GLP-1 medication?
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@klp I see my kidney Dr. in 2 weeks and I am going to ask her about taking GLP-1 med . I am watching what I eat but can not lose any weight , also looking at the weight lose benefits of the GLP-1 meds. I have been looking into all the information about GLP-1 meds that I can find and it all seems very positive.
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Jeff