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5 Common Risk Factors for Kidney Disease

Additionally, researchers found that magnesium, phosphate, and calcium levels become strained and depleted in alcohol abusers. All of these factors play a role in diminishing kidney function. Avoid too much alcohol.

5. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

Also known as NSAIDs, these drugs frequently go by the name of ibuprofen or naproxen sodium. The main problem is self-medication. Just because they are sold over the counter does not mean that they are safer to take than prescribed medication.

One recent article discussed the relationship between renal failure and NSAID overuse and self-medication explaining that 1-3% of people exposed to an NSAID will develop “renal function abnormalities” that often require medical intervention.

The problem, according to the analysis of scientists, was that the “current use profile of NSAIDs and their availability” as over the counter drugs. Always follow the instructions for NSAIDs.

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