Your kidneys filter waste and excess fluid from your blood, regulate important minerals, and help maintain the body’s fluid balance. Because many medicines are processed or eliminated through the kidneys, certain drugs can affect kidney function—particularly in people who already have kidney disease or other risk factors.
That doesn’t mean these medications are inherently dangerous. Many are essential and even life-saving. The important issue is using them appropriately and monitoring kidney function when necessary.
Here are eight medication categories worth knowing about.
NSAID Pain Relievers
Common nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
