Ibuprofen kidney injury warning issued as consultants urge warning for at-risk customers
Need to know
Health experts from Kidney Care UK and the National Pharmacy Association have warned about the potential kidney risks of anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen, particularly for diabetics and those with high blood pressure
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Need to know: Warning over painkillers’ kidney Rrisk
- Shoppers have been warned about the kidney risks of common painkillers like ibuprofen.
- Health experts from Kidney Care UK and the National Pharmacy Association say people with diabetes or high blood pressure face particular dangers. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) including ibuprofen, naproxen and diclofenac can damage kidney blood vessels.
- Olivier Picard, chair of the NPA, said: “Although NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, are effective and safe medicines, patients should be aware of their impact – particularly if a patient is at increased risk of developing kidney disease.”
- A staggering 7.2 million Brits are battling chronic kidney disease, with around one million cases going undiagnosed. The condition often shows no symptoms in early stages, making awareness crucial.
- Fiona Loud from Kidney Care UK warned: “You can lose up to 90% of your kidney function without realising, so it’s important to be aware of the signs to look out for.”
- Of nearly 295,000 people who completed the charity’s health checker, almost a quarter regularly used over-the-counter painkillers.
- Anyone concerned about their painkiller use should speak to their GP or local pharmacist for advice.
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