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  • male
  • 60 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm really worried about my current health situation. My creatinine level is 3.6 and my eGFR is 19. Is there any way to lower my creatinine or at least stop it from going higher? I've heard about Ketosterilwould it be safe or effective for me to take it to help with my creatinine levels?

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Creatinine levels can be managed, but reduction or stopping increase depends on underlying kidney function. Consult a nephrologistKetosteril (ketosteril): Not recommended as primary treatment

Dr. Chandra Suggests...

Consult a Nephrologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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