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Beyond SGLT2 Inhibitors: Why Non-Steroidal MRAs Are Becoming the Third Pillar of Kidney Protection

Illustration of healthy kidneys with medication representing non-steroidal mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists alongside SGLT2 inhibitor therapy for diabetic kidney disease management.

For years, the treatment of diabetic kidney disease focused primarily on glycemic control and blood pressure management. More recently, SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists have transformed the landscape by reducing kidney disease progression and cardiovascular events. However, another therapeutic class is rapidly gaining recognition. Non-steroidal mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists (MRAs) …

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Getting to 120 Safely: A Practical Guide to Intensive Blood Pressure Management in Diabetes

Healthcare professional monitoring blood pressure in a patient with diabetes using a digital blood pressure monitor, highlighting intensive blood pressure management and cardiovascular risk reduction.

Blood pressure control remains one of the most powerful tools for reducing cardiovascular and kidney complications in people with diabetes. While clinicians have traditionally focused on achieving targets below 140/90 mmHg, recent evidence and the 2026 American Diabetes Association Standards of Care support a more intensive approach for selected high-risk …

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