WHAT ARE NSAIDs?

What are they?

Non Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drug

If you take over-the-counter or prescription medicines for headaches, pain, fever, or colds, you may be taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs include popular pain relievers and cold medicines that can damage your kidneys if you take them for a long time, or lead to acute kidney injury if you take them when you are dehydrated or your blood pressure is low.

Learn about keeping your kidneys safe and making smart choices about medicines including reading Drug Facts labels and how to plan ahead to manage pain on the National Institute of Health website.

Be sure to let your nephrologist know all medicines you’re taking including herbal medicines.