Renal Flashcards
1
Q
What are the side effects of thiazide diurectics?
A
- Alkalosis
- Hyperuricaemia/gout (urea)
- Hypercalaemia (Ca)
- Hyponatraemia (Na)
- Hypokalaemia (K)
- Hyperglycaemia (glucose)
- Hyperlipidaemia
2
Q
Where do thiazide diuretics exert their effect?
A
Early DCT
3
Q
How do thiazide diuretics work?
A
Inhibit NaCl symporters (inhibits reabsorption) (early DCT)