Medical Definition of Analgesic nephropathy
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A form of kidney damage which can occur from the overexposure to certain analgesics (for example acetaminophen, salicylates and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents).
In most cases analgesic use is excessive in dosing or chronicity of use. Complications include acute renal failure.
See: interstitial nephritis.
Origin: Gr. Pathos = disease
(27 Sep 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Analgesic Nephropathy
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