Potassium-sparing diuretics Flashcards
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counteract potassium loss and enhance diuresis by acting on the DCT in the kidney by inhibiting sodium and water reabsorption, and retaining potassium when other k-losing diuretics are used
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treats hypokalemia from other diuretics
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severe renal impairment, hyperkalaemia, hypokalemia, volume depletion, potassium elevating drugs, digoxin and lithium
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GI upset, dizziness, hypotension and urinary symptoms, electrolytes disturbances
