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Kidney Functions Elevated.IS Allopurinol A NSAID Drug?
I was supposed to go into hospital today for a stent in my right leg but when they took blood & checked I was told my kidney functions were to elevated. I was told not to take any NSAIDS drugs. I have gout and have been taking Zipsor & Allopurinol . I know Zipsor is a NSAID drug But I do not know if Allopurinol is. Would appreciate your help!!
Thu, 24 Oct 2013
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Allopurinol decreases uric acid production in the body. It is not considered an NSAID and is safe to use in patients with kidney function impairment. It was also shown that it may decrease the progression of kidney damage bu decreasing chemical reactants in the kidney.
Although it may cause crystal production so we usually tell patients to drink plenty of fluids while on Allopurinol.
Allopurinol decreases uric acid production in the body. It is not considered an NSAID and is safe to use in patients with kidney function impairment. It was also shown that it may decrease the progression of kidney damage bu decreasing chemical reactants in the kidney.
Although it may cause crystal production so we usually tell patients to drink plenty of fluids while on Allopurinol.
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