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Question
I am 45 and was diagnosed with
diabetes
about six months ago. I'm taking 1000 mg of
metformin
along with 10 mcg of Byetta
twice daily.
Do most all
people with diabetes have to take medication to protect the
kidneys? My doctor has said she wants me to start
lisinopril
[an
ACE Inhibitor], but there is no indication of any kidney disease, and my BP is always excellent.
Im just concerned of being tired and
the possible side effects of the lisinopril.
Answer
Your doctor is making an excellent recommendation! It's a very good idea to consider for people with diabetes. See
how to protect your kidneys .
