Thiazide Diuretics Flashcards
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What is the main medication for Thiazide diuretics?
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Hydrochlorothiazide
2
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Other medications for Thiazide diuretics
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-Clorothiazide
-Methyclothiazide
3
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Thiazide-type diuretics
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Indapamide
Chlorthalidone
Metrolazone
4
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Purpose of Thiazide Diuretics
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-Work in the early distal convoluted tubule
-Blocks the reabsorbtion of sodium and chloride and prevents reabsorption of water at site
-Promotes diuresis when renal function isn’t impaired
5
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Therapeutic uses of Thiazide Diuretics 1
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-Often the medication of first choice for essential hypertension
-Medications used for edema of mild to moderate heart failure and liver and kidney disease.
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Therapeutic uses of Thiazide Diuretics 2
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