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Analgesia CKD — GPhC CRA MCQ

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HardRenal and Hepatic ImpairmentAnalgesia CKDGPhC CRA

A patient with chronic kidney disease asks for an anti-inflammatory for chronic knee pain. What is the most appropriate alternative?

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Correct answer: EParacetamol with non-pharmacological measures and clinical review

NSAIDs are often unsuitable in CKD; safer analgesic strategies should be considered. In this vignette, "Paracetamol with non-pharmacological measures and clinical review" is the safest single best answer. The other options are less appropriate because they miss the key clinical risk, conflict with UK medicines guidance, or delay needed review.

Reference: BNF