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I have had stage 3 for twenty years
I’m now 90 and my numbers are fine
I started taking Farxiga two years ago and my creatine went down to 1.5

March 31
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A MyKidneyDiseaseTeam Member

Great I’m glad your taking it and it’s helping

March 31
A MyKidneyDiseaseTeam Member

Farxiga is diuretic. I take it and it does double duty it helps my kidneys and my heart cause I have chronic AFIB.

March 31
MyKidneyDiseaseTeam

How has managing stage 3 kidney disease for 20 years been working for you, especially with Farxiga?

That's wonderful news that you've kept your stage 3 kidney disease stable for two decades! Managing kidney disease successfully over such a long period, especially into your 90s, shows that consistent care and the right Show Full Answer

How has managing stage 3 kidney disease for 20 years been working for you, especially with Farxiga?

That's wonderful news that you've kept your stage 3 kidney disease stable for two decades! Managing kidney disease successfully over such a long period, especially into your 90s, shows that consistent care and the right treatments can make a real difference.

Your creatinine dropping to 1.5 after starting Farxiga is a positive sign. Lower creatinine levels generally indicate better kidney function, which suggests the medication may be helping protect your kidneys.

Staying at stage 3 for 20 years without progressing is excellent. Many people can maintain stable kidney function with:

* Blood pressure medications (like ACE inhibitors or ARBs)
* Medications that help protect the kidneys
* Following a kidney-friendly diet
* Regular monitoring with your healthcare team

Your experience shows that with proper management, it's possible to live well with stage 3 kidney disease for many years. Keep working closely with your doctor to maintain those good numbers and continue the treatments that are working for you.

March 31

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