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Loop diuretics are pharmacological agents that primarily inhibit the Na-K-Cl cotransporter located on the luminal membrane of cells along the thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle. [4] They are often used for the treatment of hypertension and edema secondary to congestive heart failure , liver cirrhosis , or chronic kidney disease .
Pages in category "Loop diuretics" The following 8 pages are in this category, out of 8 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. ...
Loop diuretics (8 P) M. Mercurial diuretics (5 P) O. Osmotic diuretics (3 P) P. Potassium-sparing diuretics (1 C, 8 P) T. Thiazides (15 P) Pages in category "Diuretics"
The antihypertensive actions of some diuretics (thiazides and loop diuretics in particular) are independent of their diuretic effect. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] That is, the reduction in blood pressure is not due to decreased blood volume resulting from increased urine production , but occurs through other mechanisms and at lower doses than that required to ...
The tendency, as for all loop diuretics, to cause low serum potassium concentration (hypokalemia) has given rise to combination products, either with potassium or with the potassium-sparing diuretic amiloride (Co-amilofruse). Other electrolyte abnormalities that can result from furosemide use include hyponatremia, hypochloremia, hypomagnesemia ...
Torasemide is a sulfonamide and loop diuretic. [1] Use is not recommended in pregnancy or breastfeeding. [2] It works by decreasing the reabsorption of sodium by the kidneys. [1] Torasemide was patented in 1974 and came into medical use in 1993. [3] It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. [4]
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Metolazone may be combined with other diuretics (typically loop diuretics) to treat diuretic resistance in congestive heart failure, chronic kidney disease, and nephrotic syndrome. [3] Metolazone and a loop diuretic will synergistically enhance diuresis over the use of either agent alone.