Male urinary system
Male urinary system


Analgesic nephropathy

Alternative Names:
Phenacetin nephritis; Nephropathy - analgesic

Prevention:
Follow the directions of the health care provider when using medications, including OTC medications. Do not exceed the recommended dose of medications without the supervision of the health care provider.


Review Date: 12/1/2001
Reviewed By: Andrew Koren, M.D., Department of Nephrology, NYU-Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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