Consider Kidney Risks Before Using an NSAID

October 2022

Many patients don’t realize that NSAIDs can harm the kidneys.

We know NSAIDs decrease kidney perfusion. Rarely, the kidney damage is irreversible. And adding other meds known to cause kidney problems can compound the issue.

For example, adding an NSAID to an ACEI or ARB can be a “double whammy” to the kidneys...or a “triple whammy” if patients are also on a diuretic or SGLT2 inhibitor.

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