Bendroflumethiazide Flashcards
1
Q
How does bendroflumethiazide cause natriuresis (at what location does it act)
A
Targets NaCl symporter reabsorption at cortical diluting segment in DCT
2
Q
Indications of bendroflumethiazide (2)
A
- hptn
- oedema
3
Q
Contraindications of bendroflumethiazide (4)
A
- Addison’s
- gout
- hypoNa/K
- hyperCa
4
Q
What type of hptn is bendroflumethiazide NOT used for
A
GI hptn
5
Q
Main side effects of bendroflumethiazide
A
Gout
