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My nephrologist wants me to take Jardiance for CKD?
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) | Last Active: 13 hours ago | Replies (67)Comment receiving replies
I’m new in the group & first time to post. My nephrologist put me to this new medication Jardiance & this is my 4th week taking it. I have a nephrologist visit on April 8 to discuss the result of my blood test for my new medication. I did some research for this medication it seems very promising to ckd patient. I just don’t like the joint/ muscle pain side effects which is so hard for me to tolerate but hoping it will just go away for few weeks or so. Yes, it’s expensive medication. I paid $213 for 3 mos supply through my RX insurance. I do mail order for all my medications.
-Mime
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PCP says Jardiance helps lower blood sugar which should help kidney function. $213 for 3 mths is not as expensive as my husband was quoted - $650 for 3 months.
Pls let us know how you’re doing.
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@mlink Did your Nephrologist request pre-approval from your insurancce?
When i discussed medication with my former Nephrologist, he said something like: " don't work with xxx insurance companies," so I called United Health Care.
Aftrer soe normal run-around, the company said they would pre-approve one of several medications for CKD-4 with Sleep Apnea if the physician asked for pre-approval.
I have a new Nephrologist appt later this week. Hopeful.