Acute Kidney Injury Caused by Proton Pump Inhibitors

Proton pump inhibitors are among the most commonly used medicines by patients. They're generally safe, but they can cause acute kidney injury, and it's important for clinicians to be aware of this potential complication. David Juurlink, MD, PhD, internist and clinical pharmacologist from the University of Toronto, discusses this important potential complication. Related Article: An Evidence-Based Approach to the Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease