The treatment for acute glomerulonephritis depends on the underlying cause.

Treatment for acute glomerulonephritis may include:

• Kidney disease diet
• Fluid restriction:
• Limiting the amount of fluid in the diet
• Oral corticosteroid medications:
• Prednisone
• Methylprednisolone (Medrol)
• Diuretic medications:
• Furosemide (Lasix)
• Medications that suppress the immune system:
• Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan, Neosar, Procytox)
• Kidney dialysis:
• For those who develop kidney failure
• Glomerulonephritis clinical trials