Efficacy of Combined Abelmoschus manihot and Irbesartan for Reduction of Albuminuria in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes and Diabetic Kidney Disease: A Multicenter Randomized Double-Blind Parallel Controlled Clinical Trial

Summary: Abelmoschus manihot, known as Huangkui in Chinese, is a traditional Chinese medicine used to improve renal function and reduce proteinuria in patients with kidney diseases. Its mechanisms may involve reducing inflammation, improving immune response, protecting renal cells, and inhibiting renal fibrosis. Further research is needed to explore the full potential and applications of this natural medicine in treating kidney diseases.