SGLT2 Inhibitors and GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Diabetic Kidney Disease: Evolving Evidence and Clinical Application

May 14, 2025Diabetes & metabolism journal

New Evidence and Use of SGLT2 Inhibitors and GLP-1 Receptor Agonists for Kidney Disease in Diabetes

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Abstract

SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists may reshape diabetic kidney disease management, providing distinct cardiorenal benefits.

  • Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) significantly increases the risk of end-stage kidney disease and cardiovascular mortality.
  • Conventional therapies, including certain inhibitors, leave substantial residual risk in DKD patients.
  • SGLT2 inhibitors may mitigate glomerular hyperfiltration and lower heart failure risk.
  • GLP-1 receptor agonists are associated with reductions in albuminuria and atherosclerotic cardiovascular events.
  • Indirect comparisons suggest SGLT2 inhibitors could offer greater protection against kidney function decline, though direct trials are needed.
  • Combination therapy may enhance treatment efficacy, but further studies are required to determine optimal strategies.

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Key numbers

30%
Reduction in Kidney Events
Risk reduction in kidney events from CREDENCE trial
39%
Risk Reduction in Kidney Failure
Risk reduction in DAPA-CKD trial
24%
Reduction in Kidney Failure Risk
Risk reduction in FLOW trial

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