Even Light Drinking Paired With Acetaminophen Increases Risk of Kidney Dysfunction

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/11/131104035158.htm

Nov. 4, 2013 — New research finds that the combination of acetaminophen paired with alcohol -- even if consumed moderately or lightly -- can increase the risk of kidney dysfunction, according to new research released today at the American Public Health Association's 141st Annual Meeting in Boston.

Results from the study indicated that neither taking a therapeutic amount of acetaminophen nor consuming a light to moderate amount of alcohol posed a particularly greater risk to an individual's kidneys. However, when taken in combination with one another, results showed a 123 percent increase in risk of kidney dysfunction.

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