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Asahi Kasei's Nefecon Added to KDIGO Guidelines for IgA Nephropathy Treatment

Key highlights
  • Nefecon is marketed in the U.S. as TARPEYO® (budesonide) delayed release capsules.
  • KDIGO 2025 guidelines focus on IgAN and IgAV management.
  • The guidelines aim to standardize care and improve outcomes for IgAN.

Overview

Asahi Kasei announced the inclusion of Nefecon, marketed in the U.S. as TARPEYO® (budesonide) delayed release capsules, in the KDIGO 2025 Clinical Practice Guideline. This guideline focuses on the management of IgA Nephropathy (IgAN) and Immunoglobulin A Vasculitis (IgAV).

Guideline Significance

The KDIGO 2025 guideline aims to standardize care and improve outcomes by providing evidence-based recommendations for IgAN diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. It is recognized as the global standard for nephrology practice, influencing treatment decisions for IgAN patients.