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What it is: Frequent or high‑dose use of ibuprofen, naproxen, and similar painkillers—often for headaches, back pain, or fevers—cuts kidney blood flow and can trigger acute injury or chronic decline. Swap to kidney‑safer options with a clinician’s advice. Why it’s dangerous: National Kidney Foundation and NIDDK warn that prolonged NSAID use can damage kidney tissue and precipitate acute kidney injury, especially in people with CKD, heart disease, or dehydration.
