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What Causes Kidney Function Impairment After Taking Naproxen?
Hello, I a m presently taking naproxen for a back injury my lumber l4 is shattered causing bone fragments to press on my sciatic nerve , I am in alot of pain and my knee constantly gives out..I am also on naproxen for severe menstrual discomfort ...but since taking this medication my kidney function has been not at normal levels. What should I do?
Tue, 29 Dec 2020
Hi,
Naproxen induced impaired kidney function. Naproxen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug commonly used to treat painful conditions such as joint pains and dysmenorrhea. As far as the kidney impairment is concerned, NSAIDs block prostaglandins, natural body chemicals that normally dilate blood vessels leading to the kidneys.
Blocking prostaglandins may lead to decreased blood flow to the kidneys, which means a lack of oxygen to keep the kidneys alive. That can cause acute kidney injury which can be reversible if the drug is stopped. Consult your doctor for pain killers like paracetamol with or without tramadol / codeine. These medicines are considered to be safe for the kidneys.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician
Naproxen induced impaired kidney function. Naproxen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug commonly used to treat painful conditions such as joint pains and dysmenorrhea. As far as the kidney impairment is concerned, NSAIDs block prostaglandins, natural body chemicals that normally dilate blood vessels leading to the kidneys.
Blocking prostaglandins may lead to decreased blood flow to the kidneys, which means a lack of oxygen to keep the kidneys alive. That can cause acute kidney injury which can be reversible if the drug is stopped. Consult your doctor for pain killers like paracetamol with or without tramadol / codeine. These medicines are considered to be safe for the kidneys.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician
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