These 10 Common Medications Could Quietly Harm Your Kidneys and Increase Protein in Your Urine

or take certain other medications.

NSAIDs can also cause acute interstitial nephritis (AIN), an inflammatory kidney condition that can sometimes be accompanied by substantial protein in the urine.

Occasional use may be appropriate for many people, but frequent or long-term NSAID use deserves particular caution if you already have kidney problems.

 

  1. Proton Pump Inhibitors

Proton pump inhibitors, or PPIs, are commonly used for acid reflux, ulcers, and heartburn.

Examples include:

Omeprazole, esomeprazole, lansoprazole and pantoprazole.

These medications are generally well tolerated, but PPIs are recognized as potential causes of