Safety and Efficacy of Aliskiren When Added to Standardized Losartan and Optimal Antihypertensive Therapy in Patients With Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes and Proteinuria

Safety and Efficacy of Aliskiren When Added to Standardized Losartan and Optimal Antihypertensive Therapy in Patients With Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes and Proteinuria

Study of the efficacy and safety of aliskiren when added to losartan and optimal antihypertensive therapy in patients with hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and kidney disorders to monitor improvement in any of these conditions.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Hypertension
• Elevated urinary protein levels
• Confirmed type 2 diabetes

Exclusion Criteria:

• Certain diseases
• Uncontrolled diabetes
• Type 1 diabetes