Diuretics Flashcards
1
Q
Hydrochlorothiazide MOA for hypertension?
A
Peripheral vasodilation
2
Q
Hydrochlorothiazide dose for hypertension?
A
12.5 - 50mg daily.
3
Q
ADRs of hydrochlorothiazide?
A
Dizziness, polyuria, electrolyte imbalances, orthostatic hypotension
4
Q
Thiazide diuretics are not recommended for use in which two conditions?
A
Diabetes - bc they can cause hyperglycaemia
GOUT - bc they increase uric acid levels
5
Q
Dose of hydrochlorothiazide for hypertension versus oedema
A
HT - 50mg
Oedema - 100mg
6
Q
ADRs of hydrochlorothiazide?
A
Dizziness, polyuria, orthostatic hypotension, hypokalaemia
7
Q
Dose of furosemide?
A
Start = 20mg bd. Up to 1g daily