Ingredient

Finerenone Micronized

Finerenone is a medication used for the treatment of chronic kidney disease and heart failure to protect the cardiovascular system.

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MFDS ingredient code M282671

What does it do?

Finerenone is a member of the mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist class. It is primarily used to prevent cardiovascular complications and slow the progression of chronic kidney disease and heart failure. This ingredient plays a role in inhibiting inflammation and fibrosis processes.

Finerenone binds to mineralocorticoid receptors in the body, reducing excessive inflammatory responses and tissue fibrosis. This protects against damage to the heart and kidneys, slowing the decline in function and safeguarding cardiovascular health.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Finerenone has higher selectivity compared to existing mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists, thus presenting a lower risk of side effects, with excellent protective effects on the cardiovascular system and kidneys. It is formulated in a micronized form, which also improves the absorption rate within the body.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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