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Do Pain Medication Cause Kidney Damage?
When they say, Do not take non prescription pain medicine longer than required exactly what does that mean? I am worried I may have been damaging my kidneys, as I am now experiencing symptoms of kidney problems. I take non prescription sleeping medication, antihistamines, aleve, and Xanax and two types of antidepressants as well as a medicine for seizures every night, and have done for more than two years. Could this cause my kidneys to shut down?
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Hello,
Have you taking above drugs without prescription?
If you are experiencing any lower limb swelling or decreased urine output or altered urine color, then consult your nephrologist immediately, he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
Have you taking above drugs without prescription?
If you are experiencing any lower limb swelling or decreased urine output or altered urine color, then consult your nephrologist immediately, he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
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