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Does anyone used for have any information about the product name Astaxanthin? I have seen this on social media claim to help with kidneys.

A MyKidneyDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Newberry, FL
June 4
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A MyKidneyDiseaseTeam Member

I will agree but it’s not just the supplements it’s also the prescription medication you take including blood pressure pills any thing else you may need to take because I have to go behind my doctors to make sure it safe and I read and pull up the side effects and you will be surprised of the different medication your doctors give you may not be all that kidney but some pcp’s are other doctors will give medicine and it may not be kidney friendly if you take it long term like metformin

June 4
A MyKidneyDiseaseTeam Member

Hi. After ending up in the hospital, I found out that muscle relaxers are not good for kidney function either. I had been hallucinating and confused. A friend convinced me to go and we found out that my kidney function was way out of wack I have been recently been diagnosed with stage 3 kidney disease.

June 7
MyKidneyDiseaseTeam

Astaxanthin is a natural antioxidant found in seafood like salmon and shrimp, and it's been buzzing on social media lately. While some early research looks interesting, there isn't enough strong clinical evidence yet to confirm it's safe or effective for kidney disease specifically.

Here's what to keep in mind: - Many Show Full Answer

Astaxanthin is a natural antioxidant found in seafood like salmon and shrimp, and it's been buzzing on social media lately. While some early research looks interesting, there isn't enough strong clinical evidence yet to confirm it's safe or effective for kidney disease specifically.

Here's what to keep in mind: - Many supplements marketed as "kidney-friendly" can still be harmful, even if they're natural
- Herbal and over-the-counter supplements can interact with kidney medications
- Social media health claims are rarely reviewed by medical professionals

The golden rule with kidney disease and supplements is simple — always check with your doctor or nephrologist before trying anything new, no matter how promising it sounds online. Your kidneys will thank you! 🙏

June 4

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