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Question 1

why would you recommend a patient taking ethacrynic acid (Edecrin) to drink more water?

Answer 1

Ethacrynic acid (Edecrin), along with bumetanide (Burnex), furosemide (Lasix), torsemide (Demadex) are strong DIURETICS where a lot of water can be lost , potentially leading to dehydration. As such, a patient taking diuretics- especially the strong class of high celing/ The Loop diuretics should drink plenty of WATER to rehydrat