Canagliflozin has kidney-protective effects in patients with advanced kidney disease

To investigate, George Bakris, MD (University of Chicago Medicine) and his colleagues conducted a post hoc analysis of CREDENCE data pertaining to the 174 patients who had advanced CKD, or an estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) below 30 mL/min/1.73 m2 at the start of the trial.

The researchers found that canagliflozin slowed CKD progression compared with placebo, with a 66% difference (average eGFR declines of -1.30 vs. -3.83 mL/min/1.73 m2 per year). Also, canagliflozin's effects on kidney, cardiovascular, and mortality outcomes were consistent with those seen for individuals with less advanced CKD.

"Until recently, there were limited data regarding the use of SGLT2 inhibitors in patients with compromised kidney function, and there were few treatment options for this patient population who are at a high risk for developing kidney failure," said Dr. Bakris. "This research suggests that canagliflozin is a safe treatment option for this patient population that can help to slow the progression of kidney disease."

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