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What drugs are hard on kidneys?

Most street drugs, including heroin, cocaine and ecstasy can cause high blood pressure, stroke, heart failure and even death, in some cases from only one use. Cocaine, heroin and amphetamines also can cause kidney damage.

kidney.org - Which Drugs are Harmful to Your Kidneys?

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Every drug you put into your body passes through your kidneys. If the drug is not taken following your healthcare provider's instructions, or if it is an illegal substance, it can cause injury to the kidneys.

Pain Medications

Your kidneys could be damaged if you take large amounts of over-the-counter medications, such as aspirin, naproxen and ibuprofen. None of these medicines should be taken daily or regularly without first talking to your healthcare provider. Thousands of Americans have damaged their kidneys by using these medicines regularly for too long. To learn more about pain medications and your kidneys click here.

Alcohol

Heavy drinking can hurt both your kidneys and your liver. Alcoholics have a high risk of developing both kidney and liver failure. To learn more about alcohol and your kidneys click here.

Antibiotics

Antibiotics can also be dangerous if they are not taken correctly. People with kidney disease need to take a smaller amount of antibiotics than people with healthy kidneys. Take only medicines ordered for you by your healthcare provider.

Prescription Laxatives

In general, over-the-counter laxatives are safe for most people. However, some prescription laxatives that are used for cleaning the bowel (usually before a colonoscopy) can be harmful to the kidneys. To learn more click here.

Contrast Dye (used in some diagnostic tests such as MRIs)

Some medical tests called "imaging tests" contain a type of dye called "contrast dye." Examples of imaging tests are MRIs and CT-scans. Contrast dyes can be harmful to people who have kidney disease. Not all imaging tests contain contrast dyes. To learn more about contrast dye click here.

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10 Superfoods for People with Kidney Disease Red Peppers. Also low in potassium but high in flavor. ... Cauliflower. High in vitamin C, folate and fiber, cauliflower helps your body fight off toxins. ... Blueberries. ... Egg Whites. ... Garlic. ... Fish. ... Red Grapes. ... Olive Oil. More items...

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Diet is incredibly important for kidney disease patients. What you eat can cause, prevent, or even help alleviate pain and symptoms. Dieticians can help determine a diet that is specific to each patient, but there are a few foods that are packed with nutrition, low in potassium, taste great, and are fabulous for everyone. So, if you want to make a difference for yourself or for someone you love who is struggling with kidney disease, go ahead and cook them a great meal, lend a listening ear when they need to talk, or even donate your car for charity . You’ll be helping them to feel better.

1. Cabbage

With abundant phytochemicals, this cruciferous vegetable is filling and nutritious. Good in soups, salads, or even alone with just salt and pepper.

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