8 Common Medications That Can Be Harmful to Your Kidneys

8 Common Medications That Can Be Harmful to Your Kidneys

Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmDUma Shankar sharma / Getty Images Some common drugs can potentially cause kidney damage.Some drugs are nephrotoxic, which means that their effects can cause kidney damage. Drugs such as certain antibiotics, the mood stabilizer lithium, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can potentially harm the kidneys, especially under specific conditions.Jump to Key Takeaways.1. ACE Inhibitors and ARBsAngio…