This drug could help millions keep their kidneys working longer

An international study shows that finerenone could help treat chronic kidney disease—research that ScienceDaily covered on Thursday. The drug slows kidney function decline and reduces the risk of serious kidney and cardiovascular complications in people with chronic kidney disease who don't have diabetes. For the millions of patients living with this condition, the findings could open the door to much-needed new treatment options that have been in short supply.

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