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loop diuretics loop diuretics The Potassium sparing kind. IE. Hydrochlorothiazide with triamterene or "Dyazide."
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Can diuretics cause xerostomia?
Yes they do! Diuretics are an antihypertensive drug and they cause xerostomia, diuretics increase urine output not increase saliva production.
What would be a reasonable mechanism for diuretics?
Loop diuretics work by restraining the sodium-potassium-chloride cotransporter. Thiazide diuretics restrain the sodium-chloride transporter. Carbonic anhydrase inhibiting diuretics work by restraining bicarbonate transport.
Do diuretics affect the skin?
Some diuretics make the skin more sensitive to sunlight.
Are diuretics illegal?
No
What vitamins act as diuretics?
Yes, especially B6, so be careful if you are already taking diuretics.
What are the best natural diuretics?
the number 1 diuretics.
What fruits and vegetables are natural diuretics?
Fruits and vegetables that have a high water content are natural diuretics. The two best fruits and vegetables that are natural diuretics are cucumbers and watermelons.
How are diuretics grouped?
Diuretics may be grouped as potassium-wasting and potassium-sparing. Some are referred to as loop diuretics, osmotic diuretics, and thiazides.
How is potassium effected by diuretics?
For patients taking the kinds of diuretics that rob potassium from the body, physicians may recommend adding potassium-rich foods or drinks such as citrus fruits and juices to the diet. Or, they may suggest taking a potassium supplement.
What are potassium-sparing diuretics?
Potassium-sparing diuretics prevent the loss of potassium, which is a problem with other types of diuretics
What are some nonprescription diuretics?
Coffee and certain teas are potent diuretics, and best of all they are natural. Another popular over the counter diuretic is Pamabrom. Feel free to ask the pharmacist, and he or she will be able to tell you what OTC diuretic would be best for you. Just remember that diuretics often have adverse results, so make sure that you do your research before using any of them.
What is a common name for diuretics?
diuretics, also called water pills
What is laxatives and diuretics?
laxatives make you poo and diuretics make you pee.
Can diuretics cause xerostomia?
Yes they do! Diuretics are an antihypertensive drug and they cause xerostomia, diuretics increase urine output not increase saliva production.
Is watermelon a diuretics?
Watermelon is one of the best diuretic fruits you can eat.
What are some types of Thiazide diuretics?
Thiazide diuretics include such commonly used diuretics as hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL, Esidrix), chlorothiazide (Diuril), and chlorthalidone (Hygroton)
What would be a reasonable mechanism for diuretics?
Loop diuretics work by restraining the sodium-potassium-chloride cotransporter. Thiazide diuretics restrain the sodium-chloride transporter. Carbonic anhydrase inhibiting diuretics work by restraining bicarbonate transport.
