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Loop diuretics, such as bumetanide (Bumex) and furosemide (Lasix), get their name from the loop-shaped part of the kidneys where they have their effect.
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What is a common name for diuretics?
diuretics, also called water pills
How do Loop diuretics get their names?
They get their name from the loopshaped part of the kidneys where they have their effect
How are diuretics grouped?
Diuretics are grouped into three main categories: thiazide diuretics, loop diuretics, and potassium-sparing diuretics. Each category works by different mechanisms to increase urine output and reduce fluid retention in the body. Thiazide diuretics are commonly used for treating high blood pressure, while loop diuretics are often used for reducing excess fluid in conditions like heart failure or kidney disease. Potassium-sparing diuretics help maintain potassium levels while promoting diuresis.
What are some types of Loop diuretics?
loop diuretics loop diuretics The Potassium sparing kind. IE. Hydrochlorothiazide with triamterene or "Dyazide."
What is laxatives and diuretics?
laxatives make you poo and diuretics make you pee.
Can diuretics cause xerostomia?
Yes they do! Diuretics are an antihypertensive drug and they cause xerostomia, diuretics increase urine output not increase saliva production.
What are some types of Thiazide diuretics?
Thiazide diuretics include such commonly used diuretics as hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL, Esidrix), chlorothiazide (Diuril), and chlorthalidone (Hygroton)
What would be a reasonable mechanism for diuretics?
Loop diuretics work by restraining the sodium-potassium-chloride cotransporter. Thiazide diuretics restrain the sodium-chloride transporter. Carbonic anhydrase inhibiting diuretics work by restraining bicarbonate transport.
What type of electrolyte imbalance can be caused by diuretics?
There is loss of potassium salts when you use diuretics.
Is diuretics banned?
No.
What vitamins act as diuretics?
Yes, especially B6, so be careful if you are already taking diuretics.
Can you use loop diuretics instead of thiazide diuretics in nephrogenic diabetes inspidius what will happen?
In most cases it has been noted that loop diuretics worsen the condition of the kidney in diabetes insip.
