Diuretics Flashcards

1
Q

What are common effects of all diuretics?

A

hypovolemia, hyperglycemia, increased cholesterol and TG, hyperuricemia, decreased potassium and magnesium

Thiazides: increased calcium
Loops: decreased calcium

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2
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Drug interactions

A

digoxin
lithium
NSAIDs
ACEIs
K+ supplements

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3
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K+ sparing diuretics

A

triamterene, spironolactone
(no hypokalemia effects, possible hyperkalemia)

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4
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Thiazides

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Chlorthalidone, hydrochlorothiazide

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5
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Loops

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Furosemide, torsemide

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