Nephrotic Syndrome Reduces Chances of Kidney Recovery in People with Lupus Nephritis, Study Says

People with lupus nephritis who have nephrotic syndrome — loss of protein in urine, low albumin levels in circulation, elevated lipid levels, and swelling — are less likely to have a kidney response over one year, a review study of two clinical trials shows. It also…

Case Reports Outline Successful Administration of H.P. Acthar Gel in Patients with Kidney Disorders

Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals recently announced two presentations during the 2015 Spring Clinical Meetings of the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) showing independent reports of positive results with the H.P. Acthar Gel in proteinuria’s remission. Proteinuria (excess of protein in urine) is linked to the nephrotic syndrome, which is characterized…