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
2
Q
Drug interactions
A
digoxin
lithium
NSAIDs
ACEIs
K+ supplements
3
Q
K+ sparing diuretics
A
triamterene, spironolactone
(no hypokalemia effects, possible hyperkalemia)
4
Q
Thiazides
A
Chlorthalidone, hydrochlorothiazide
5
Q
Loops
A
Furosemide, torsemide