Successful Use of Difelikefalin in Severe Chronic Kidney Disease–Associated Pruritus in a Patient With Complex Etiological Contributors: A Case Report

Conclusion: In a patient with longstanding conditions and multiple comorbidities, difelikefalin showed sustained effectiveness against H1-receptor antagonist– and gabapentin–resistant CKD-aP. Difelikefalin was well tolerated over the long term.

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Main Authors: Johannes M. Werzowa, Margit Hemetsberger
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2025-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Nephrology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/crin/6626611
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Summary:Conclusion: In a patient with longstanding conditions and multiple comorbidities, difelikefalin showed sustained effectiveness against H1-receptor antagonist– and gabapentin–resistant CKD-aP. Difelikefalin was well tolerated over the long term.
ISSN:2090-665X