Ibuprofen before a hot run may stress kidneys, small study suggests

NCT ID NCT06247462

First seen Jan 29, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study looked at whether taking ibuprofen before exercising in the heat increases signs of kidney injury. Twelve physically active adults took either ibuprofen or a placebo before running for an hour in a hot room (35°C). Researchers measured kidney injury markers in their blood and urine before, right after, and one hour after exercise. The goal was to understand if common pain relievers pose extra risk during heat exposure.

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Locations

  • Exercise Physiology Lab

    Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87131, United States

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