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Polypharmacy Flashcards

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Common side effects of furosemide

A

mild gastro-intestinal disturbances
Postural hypotension
Electrolyte disturbances
Hypersensitivity reactions

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Medicines that can cause renal deterioration

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Aspirin
Ramipril
Gabapentin
Furosemide

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Why can metformin not be given if eGFR <30 or in sudden deterioration of renal function?

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There is an increased risk of lactic acidosis if metformin given with renal impairment

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Electrolye imbalances in furosemide use

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Hypocalcaemia
Hypokalaemia
Hyponatremia

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