Diuretics
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Which of the following is a main site of pharmacological action for diuretics?

  • Stomach
  • Lungs
  • Kidney (correct)
  • Liver

    • Which of the following is a common adverse effect of thiazide diuretics?

  • Hyperglycaemia
  • Male impotence
  • Increased plasma cholesterol levels
  • Increased uric acid levels (correct)

    • Which segment of the distal tubule do thiazide diuretics primarily act on?

  • Early segments (correct)
  • Proximal segments
  • Collecting ducts
  • Late segments

    • Which of the following is a mechanism of action for thiazide diuretics?

    <p>Inhibit NaCl reabsorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diuretic has a longer duration of action and is given every other day?

    <p>Chlorothalidone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with thiazide diuretic use?

    <p>Hypokalaemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which combination of drugs is NOT recommended for antihypertensive therapy?

    <p>ACE inhibitor plus sartan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which combination of drugs is recommended for antihypertensive therapy in patients with coronary heart disease?

    <p>ACE inhibitor or sartan plus; - calcium channel blocker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which combination of drugs is recommended for antihypertensive therapy in patients with diabetes?

    <p>ACE inhibitor or sartan plus; - calcium channel blocker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which combination of drugs is recommended for antihypertensive therapy in patients with micromacroalbuminuria?

    <p>ACE inhibitor or sartan plus; - calcium channel blocker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which combination of drugs is recommended for antihypertensive therapy in patients with stroke or TIA?

    <p>ACE inhibitor or sartan plus; - calcium channel blocker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which combination of drugs is recommended for antihypertensive therapy in patients without any specific condition?

    <p>ACE inhibitor or sartan plus; - calcium channel blocker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which combination of drugs should be avoided in antihypertensive therapy?

    <p>ACE inhibitor or sartan plus; - potassium sparing diuretic</p> Signup and view all the answers

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