Constipation drug shown to slow chronic kidney disease progression

Constipation drug shown to slow chronic kidney disease progression

A CLINICAL trial has demonstrated that an existing constipation drug called lubiprostone helps slow the progression of chronic kidney disease, a Japanese research team said.The finding, published in the US journal Science Advances on Saturday, marks the first time the drug’s effect of maintaining renal function in humans has been demonstrated.About one in eight adults in Japan is estimated to have chronic kidney disease. If the disease progresse…

Clinical trial shows constipation drug can treat patients with chronic kidney disease - Science Tech Updates

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major health issue worldwide. Many patients end up requiring regular dialysis to avoid kidney failure and stay alive. Despite the severity of the condition, there are currently no drugs available that improve kidney function. A research group led by Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine’s Professor Takaaki Abe has […] The post Clinical trial shows constipation drug can treat patients with chronic kidney …