Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors Flashcards
1
Q
What 4 things are increased in the urine due to Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors?
A
Na, Bicarb, K, and Water
2
Q
What does the loss of bicarb result in?
A
Hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis
3
Q
What are the 4 therapeutic uses of Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors?
A
- Mountain sickness
- Glaucoma
- Metabolic alkalosis
- Make urine Alkaline
4
Q
3 adverse effects of using a Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor?
A
Metabolic acidosis, potassium loss, and renal stones
