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A member asked:
Is it save to start my 13y/o type 1dm daughter on lisinopril for her proteinuria?she doesn't have htn or out of control glucose levels.im concerned
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Nephropathy ACE-I: Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs called acei in patients with diabetes protein in urine signifies early kidney damage progression of kidney damage is avoided by drugs such as Lisinopril by altering blood flow thru kidneys follow your pediatric endocrinologist advice and ask for explanation when u need to make hard choices.
Answered 6/27/2014
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Kidney protection: Lisinopril is proven to slow the progression of diabetic nephropathy. Although nothing is perfect, it is a generally safe drug. You could ask to see a pediatric nephrologist, but this is probably a good decision.
Answered 6/27/2014
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