Loop Diuretics_Frusemide Flashcards

1
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Indications for use:

A

Oedema associated with heart failure, hepatic cirrhosis, renal impairment and nephrotic syndrome
(Ref: AMH)

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Side effects?

A

electrolyte disturbances

  • hyponatraemia
  • hypokalaemia
  • hypomagnesaemia
  • hypochloraemia
  • hypocalcaemia
dehydration
metabolic alkalosis
increased creatinine concentration
hyperuricaemia
gout
dizziness/ orthostatic hypotension/ fainting

(Ref: AMH)

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