
If you’re managing arthritis, chances are you rely on medications to stay comfortable and mobile—but your kidneys may be paying the price. As we age, kidney function naturally declines, making it harder for our bodies to filter medications efficiently. That means drugs that once seemed harmless can become riskier over time. Many common arthritis medications affect blood flow to the kidneys or build up in your system. Here are seven drugs that could be stressing your kidneys more than you think.