Millions taking common blood pressure medication at risk of deadly kidney disease, top experts warn

Daily Mail Health · 19 August 2026 at 11:20

Millions taking common blood pressure medication at risk of deadly kidney disease, top experts warn

A study found that type 2 diabetes patients taking dihydropyridine calcium-channel blockers (DCCBs) were at a 33 per cent higher risk of complications like kidney disease.

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