Category Archives: Medications

CKD, Diabetes, and Jardiance: Delay Kidney Failure!

Posted on November 1, 2022 by DevonTexas

There is controversy within the medical community about giving SGLT2 medications (especially Jardiance and Farxiga) to treat diabetic patients in CKD. For example, my PCP framed it this way: “Cardiologists like it because it is so effective against heart failure. … Continue reading →

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Dialysis and “Extra Help” with Meds

Posted on April 9, 2021 by DevonTexas

Most experienced Social Workers know this and will get you set up with this program as soon as you go on Medicare. However, many don’t which means you need to find this yourself. I hope I saved you some hunting … Continue reading →

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Dialysis and Medications

Posted on March 6, 2019 by DevonTexas

Hey y’all… I came across this article from the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) and thought it might be helpful to those wondering about the effect of medications on your kidneys. Some can be harmful to your kidneys. Caution, however. If … Continue reading →

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