Can keto acid tablets reduce creatinine levels?

Keto acid tablets generally do not lower creatinine levels.

Keto acid tablets are a type of ketone-body-related medication used to prevent protein malnutrition. After administration, they provide amino acids and amino acid-like substances that combine in the body with pre-existing non-essential amino acids to form new amino acids. The original non-essential amino acids are converted into nitrogen-containing waste, so keto acid tablets help reduce nitrogenous waste in the body but do not effectively lower creatinine levels.

Elevated creatinine levels may result from physiological or pathological factors. Creatinine is a metabolic byproduct of muscle metabolism. Consuming excessive high-protein foods may cause physiologically elevated creatinine. Pathological causes may include acute kidney injury or glomerulonephritis. In cases of physiological elevation, no specific treatment is required—regular monitoring is sufficient.

For pathological conditions such as glomerulonephritis, medications like furosemide tablets or hydrochlorothiazide tablets may be prescribed under a doctor's guidance. During treatment, patients should pay close attention to maintaining a balanced diet, focusing on light foods and avoiding those rich in protein.