When Tylenol is processed through the kidneys?
Why is Advil bad for your kidneys if it is processed by the liver and Tylenol not so harmful when i?
Question posted by Twfinklea on 10 Jan 2014
Last updated on 28 April 2018
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samson2340
13 Jan 2014
Advil, Excedrin, and Motrin have Ibuprofen in them. Aspirin and Ibuprofen are not good for people with kidney disease. I have Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3, and aspirin caused me to go into Acute Renal Failure. My Nephrologist told me, NO aspirin, NO ibuprofen. Advil and Excedrin were the only thing that helped me with headaches or arthritis pain and it has been very hard for me to stick to Tylenol. You can be sure if you take too much Tylenol, it can also cause issues with the kidneys, so I take 1/2 the dose of 500 mg. Drinking lots of water has helped more than anything. Most people don't take medication with a full glass of water. Just a sip will do they think. But to protect your body parts, use lots of water.
Hope this helps.
cj2000
6 March 2017
Important correction: Excedrin does NOT contain any Ibuprofen. Excedrin is made up of Aspirin, Acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol), and caffeine.
The original question is confusing, because Ibuprofen (e.g., Advil) like other NSAIDs are for the most part NOT processed by the liver. They are usually completely or mostly metabolized prior to hitting the liver. However, chronic/heavy use of NSAIDs can affect the kidneys. Also, people with kidney disease should consult with their doctor prior to using NSAIDs.
Note: Acetaminophen is NOT an NSAID, and it is largely metabolized by the liver.
Hope that helps.
pattisun16
28 April 2018
THANK YOU FOR THIS ANSWER! I will chug water everytime I take my pain meds!! I try not to but when your head is aching, you get desperate!
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