A 63-year-old with CKD G3b and hypertension on ACE inhibitor has potassium 4.6 and eGFR 42. What dietary/medication advice regarding NSAIDs is appropr...

Question

A 63-year-old with CKD G3b and hypertension on ACE inhibitor has potassium 4.6 and eGFR 42. What dietary/medication advice regarding NSAIDs is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Avoid NSAIDs due to risk of AKI and worsening hypertension

Answer

NSAIDs are safe short-term in CKD G3

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Use NSAIDs only if albuminuria

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Use NSAIDs if BP controlled

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Take NSAIDs with ACE inhibitor to protect kidneys

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): CKD Medication Safety

A 63-year-old with CKD G3b and hypertension on ACE inhibitor has potassium 4.6 and eGFR 42. What dietary/medication advice regarding NSAIDs is appropriate?