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8 Common Medications That May Harm Your Kidneys

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By Karen Berger, Mary Choy
| Verywell Health Verified
Some common drugs can potentially cause kidney damage. Uma Shankar sharma / Getty Images Some medications, including certain antibiotics and NSAIDs, can harm the kidneys if used for too long or in high doses. ACE inhibitors and ARBs are generally safe but can increase the risk of kidney injury if combined with NSAIDs or diuretics. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) can lead to acute kidney injury, acute interstitial nephritis, and chronic kidney disease.
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What Happens to Your Blood Sugar When You Walk After Dinner

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By Karen Berger, Suzanne Fisher
| Verywell Health Verified
Walking after dinner helps your muscles use glucose for energy, reducing the size of the post-meal blood sugar spike. Walking soon after eating appears to be more effective than waiting. Even a 10-minute walk may improve blood sugar. If you monitor your blood glucose (blood sugar), you know that your numbers will typically rise after dinner.
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5 Rare but Serious Side Effects of Gabapentin, According to a Pharm D

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By Karen Berger, Smita Patel
| Verywell Health Verified
Gabapentin has been associated with some rare, but serious side effects. elenaleonova / Getty Images Gabapentin is effective for treating seizures and nerve pain, but there are side effects. Rarely, you may experience an allergic reaction to gabapentin. Some people experience drowsiness and dizziness with gabapentin. Gabapentin, also known by brand names such as Neurontin and Gralise, is commonly prescribed for conditions such as seizures and nerve pain.
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