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Pharmacology Chapter on Thiazide Diuretics
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Pharmacology Chapter on Thiazide Diuretics

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What is the maximum amount of filtered sodium load that thiazides can excrete?

  • 10-15%
  • 15-20%
  • 1-3%
  • 5-7% (correct)

    • In which condition are thiazides often ineffective or harmful?

  • Renal failure (correct)
  • Diabetes insipidus
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Mild dehydration

    • Which adverse effect is specifically associated with thiazides due to increased tubular secretion of certain ions?

  • Hyponatremia
  • Hyperglycemia
  • Hypokalemic metabolic alkalosis (correct)
  • Hyperuricemia

    • Which diuretic group can exhibit a paradoxical antidiuretic action in nephrogenic diabetes insipidus?

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

    Which of these is a possible metabolic disturbance caused by thiazides?

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

    What mechanism contributes to hyperglycemia associated with thiazide use?

    <p>Decreased pancreatic release of insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of drug is Spironolactone classified as?

    <p>Steroid congener of aldosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a typical therapeutic use of thiazides?

    <p>Severe dehydration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action for spironolactone?

    <p>Direct antagonist of aldosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following drugs is excreted unchanged in the urine?

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

    What is the net effect of using spironolactone and triamterene?

    <p>Mild Na+ and water loss with K+ retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At which site in the nephron do spironolactone and triamterene exert their effects?

    <p>Distal convoluted tubule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the onset of action for spironolactone and triamterene?

    <p>Moderate onset within days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hypokalemia is most likely to occur with which of the following drugs?

    <p>Thiazide diuretics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of aldosterone in the actions of spironolactone?

    <p>Regulates the balance of Na+ and K+ in the distal nephron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does triamterene have on Na+ and K+ levels in the body?

    <p>Increases Na+ excretion and reduces K+ retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of metabolic acidosis as described?

    <p>Decreased H+ ion excretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is an example of primary hyperaldosteronism?

    <p>Conn's disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In managing edema due to hyperaldosteronism, which diuretics are used in combination to balance electrolyte levels?

    <p>Potassium-sparing diuretics and loop diuretics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What electrolyte imbalance can loop diuretics cause?

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

    What type of acid-base imbalance is likely caused by potassium-sparing diuretics?

    <p>Metabolic acidosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it beneficial to combine loop diuretics with potassium-sparing diuretics?

    <p>To reduce the risk of electrolyte imbalance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential effect of thiazide diuretics?

    <p>Increased calcium excretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between metabolic alkalosis and loop diuretics?

    <p>Loop diuretics can lead to metabolic alkalosis by causing loss of hydrogen ions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism through which spironolactone exerts its effect?

    <p>Competitive antagonism with aldosterone at its receptor site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should spironolactone not be combined with carbenoxolone?

    <p>Carbenoxolone has aldosterone-like action and can antagonize spironolactone's effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about amiloride is true?

    <p>Amiloride is excreted unchanged in urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What class of drugs do mannitol and glycerol belong to?

    <p>Osmotic diuretics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common side effect of spironolactone?

    <p>Gynecomastia and impotence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of structure, spironolactone is categorized as what type of compound?

    <p>Synthetic steroid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action of triamterene?

    <p>Direct inhibition of sodium channels at the distal part of the DCT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary route of administration for osmotic diuretics like mannitol?

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

    What is the primary mechanism of action of spironolactone in the treatment of female pattern hair loss?

    <p>It inhibits androgen receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common adverse effect associated with spironolactone treatment?

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

    In which of the following conditions is spironolactone contraindicated?

    <p>Chronic renal failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What metabolic condition can spironolactone induce as a side effect?

    <p>Metabolic acidosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential androgenic side effect seen in males when using spironolactone?

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

    Which of the following best describes spironolactone's action concerning testosterone?

    <p>It decreases testosterone synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between spironolactone and potassium levels in the body?

    <p>It can cause potassium retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class of drugs should be avoided in conjunction with spironolactone due to the risk of hyperkalemia?

    <p>ACE inhibitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Thiazides are effective in patients with a GFR below 30-40 ml/min.

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

    Thiazides can enhance the reabsorption of Ca2+ in the kidneys.

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

    Spironolactone is a synthetic drug and not a steroid.

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

    Thiazides commonly cause hyperlipidemia by increasing cholesterol levels by 5-15%.

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

    Potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone are often used for their diuretic effects without any risk of hyperkalemia.

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

    One of the adverse effects of thiazides is the potential for metabolic alkalosis due to increased secretion of H+.

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

    Thiazides can reduce urine volume in nephrogenic diabetes insipidus due to improved ADH receptor sensitivity.

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

    Triamterene and amiloride both act as steroid derivatives in their mechanism of action.

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

    Spironolactone has competitive antagonistic effects against androgens.

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

    The primary adverse effect of spironolactone is hypernatremia.

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

    Spironolactone is contraindicated in patients with chronic renal failure.

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

    Hypokalemia is a frequent side effect of spironolactone use.

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

    One of the uses of spironolactone is to treat refractory edema.

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

    Gynaecomastia in males is a possible side effect of spironolactone.

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

    Spironolactone decreases the synthesis of progesterone.

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

    Metabolic acidosis can occur due to decreased excretion of H+ in patients using spironolactone.

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

    Mettabolic acidosis is caused by an increased excretion of H ions.

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

    Primary hyperaldosteronism includes conditions such as Conn's disease.

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

    Loop diuretics can cause hyperkalemia, while potassium-sparing diuretics can lead to hypokalemia.

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

    Combining loop diuretics with potassium-sparing diuretics can help manage both electrolyte and acid-base imbalances.

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

    Secondary hyperaldosteronism can occur in conditions such as liver cirrhosis.

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

    K+ sparing diuretics are always used alone due to their potential to cause metabolic acidosis.

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

    The risk of electrolyte imbalance is minimized by avoiding combinations of different diuretic classes.

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

    Loop diuretics are known to cause metabolic alkalosis.

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

    Osmotic diuretics increase transcellular fluid by decreasing osmotic pressure of plasma.

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

    The primary adverse effect of osmotic diuretics is dehydration with hypernatremia.

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

    Osmotic diuretics are given by intravenous infusion to quickly reduce intracranial pressure.

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

    The mechanism of action of osmotic diuretics includes reducing the filtration of the glomerulus.

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

    Osmotic diuretics are effective in treating acute congestive glaucoma but are not used for acute rises in intracranial pressure.

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

    Increasing the osmotic pressure of the tubular fluid leads to increased water absorption in renal tubules.

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

    Carbenoxolone has an aldosterone-like action and can enhance the effect of spironolactone.

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

    Amiloride is a synthetic steroid diuretic.

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

    Spironolactone exerts its effect by direct inhibition of sodium channels at the distal convoluted tubule (DCT).

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

    Glycerol is an osmotic diuretic administered orally.

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

    Extensive metabolism of spironolactone occurs in the liver.

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

    Gynecomastia and impotence are common antiandrogenic effects associated with spironolactone.

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

    Amiloride is exclusively excreted in the liver unchanged.

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

    Osmotic diuretics, such as mannitol, can be administered via intramuscular injections.

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

    Explain how osmotic diuretics like mannitol affect transcellular fluid movement during emergency conditions.

    <p>Osmotic diuretics increase the osmotic pressure of plasma, which withdraws transcellular fluid, such as aqueous humor or CSF, into the bloodstream.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the renal glomerulus in the action of osmotic diuretics?

    <p>Osmotic diuretics are freely filtered by the glomerulus, increasing the osmotic pressure within the renal tubules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify the primary therapeutic use of osmotic diuretics in emergency situations.

    <p>Osmotic diuretics are primarily used for the rapid reduction of intracranial pressure and managing acute congestive glaucoma.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the paradoxical effect seen with thiazides in nephrogenic diabetes insipidus?

    <p>Thiazides can reduce urine volume by improving ADH receptor sensitivity in the renal collecting tubules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do thiazides influence calcium levels in the body?

    <p>Thiazides decrease calcium excretion and enhance its reabsorption in the kidneys.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss the main adverse effect associated with the use of osmotic diuretics.

    <p>The primary adverse effect of osmotic diuretics is dehydration leading to hypernatremia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify an adverse effect associated with thiazide use that results from electrolyte disturbances.

    <p>Hyponatremia is an adverse effect caused by thiazide-induced electrolyte disturbances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do osmotic diuretics initiate diuresis after intravenous infusion?

    <p>Osmotic diuretics raise plasma osmotic pressure before diuresis begins, facilitating rapid drainage of excess fluids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Relate the increase in osmotic pressure caused by diuretics to the reabsorption process in renal tubules.

    <p>The increased osmotic pressure in the renal tubules leads to decreased water reabsorption, favoring fluid expulsion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the significance of the GFR threshold for thiazide efficacy.

    <p>Thiazides are ineffective when GFR is below 30-40 ml/min, making them harmful in renal failure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unique action do thiazides exhibit compared to loop diuretics regarding prostaglandins?

    <p>Thiazides have a dependent but lesser action on renal prostaglandins compared to loop diuretics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss one mechanism that causes hyperglycemia in patients using thiazides.

    <p>Thiazides can cause hyperglycemia by decreasing pancreatic insulin release and tissue glucose utilization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common side effect of potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone related to potassium levels?

    <p>Hyperkalemia is a common side effect associated with potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the skin-related adverse effect that can occur due to thiazide use.

    <p>Thiazides can cause allergic reactions, including skin rashes and dermatitis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of metabolic acidosis related to H+ ion retention?

    <p>The primary cause is decreased H+ ion excretion, leading to H+ retention in the blood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify one example of primary hyperaldosteronism.

    <p>Conn's disease is an example of primary hyperaldosteronism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason for combining loop diuretics with potassium-sparing diuretics?

    <p>Combining these diuretics minimizes the risk of electrolyte imbalance, particularly hypokalemia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the combination of loop and potassium-sparing diuretics help prevent acid-base imbalances?

    <p>This combination can help prevent metabolic alkalosis caused by loop diuretics and metabolic acidosis from potassium-sparing diuretics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What electrolyte disturbance can result from the use of loop diuretics?

    <p>Loop diuretics can cause hypokalemia, an electrolyte disturbance characterized by low potassium levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In managing edema due to hyperaldosteronism, what is the therapeutic role of thiazides?

    <p>Thiazides are not typically effective in this condition; instead, loop and potassium-sparing diuretics are preferred.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one effect of hyperaldosteronism on the body’s fluid balance?

    <p>Hyperaldosteronism leads to fluid retention and increased blood volume due to enhanced sodium reabsorption.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dual effect does the combination of loop diuretics and potassium-sparing diuretics have on acid-base balance?

    <p>It helps to mitigate both metabolic alkalosis from loop diuretics and metabolic acidosis from potassium-sparing diuretics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary therapeutic use of spironolactone in women concerning hair loss?

    <p>To stop androgen-related frontal hair loss.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe one adverse effect of spironolactone related to potassium levels.

    <p>It can cause hyperkalemia due to decreased potassium excretion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what condition is spironolactone contraindicated due to the danger of hyperkalemia?

    <p>Chronic renal failure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What metabolic condition may result from the use of spironolactone?

    <p>Metabolic acidosis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential androgenic side effect in males using spironolactone?

    <p>Gynecomastia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does spironolactone achieve its antiandrogenic effect?

    <p>By acting as a competitive inhibitor at androgen receptors and reducing testosterone synthesis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason dermatologists might choose spironolactone for hair loss treatment?

    <p>Its ability to block androgens and decrease testosterone production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain how the use of ACE inhibitors relates to spironolactone's contraindications.

    <p>ACE inhibitors can cause hyperkalemia, increasing the risk when combined with spironolactone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary site of action for spironolactone and triamterene in the nephron?

    <p>The distal convoluted tubule (DCT).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do spironolactone and triamterene affect potassium retention in the body?

    <p>They lead to potassium retention due to decreased potassium excretion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the mechanism by which spironolactone promotes sodium excretion.

    <p>Spironolactone acts as a competitive antagonist of aldosterone at its receptor, leading to increased sodium excretion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference in the metabolic pathways of amiloride compared to spironolactone and triamterene?

    <p>Amiloride is excreted unchanged in urine, while spironolactone and triamterene are metabolized by the liver.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the timeline for the onset of action for spironolactone and triamterene.

    <p>Both medications have a slow onset of action, taking days to begin their effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the potential consequences of the mild sodium loss caused by spironolactone and triamterene?

    <p>The net effect is a mild loss of sodium and water along with the risk of hyperkalemia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do triamterene and amiloride's actions directly affect ion channels in the nephron?

    <p>They act as direct inhibitors of sodium channels in the distal convoluted tubule.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unique aspect of potassium balance linked to the use of potassium-sparing diuretics?

    <p>They retain potassium in the blood while promoting sodium and water excretion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Thiazides have a maximum excretion of filtered Na+ load of only _____%.

    <p>5-7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Essential hypertension can be treated with thiazides, which have the same mechanisms as _____ diuretics.

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

    Thiazides can lead to _____, a condition characterized by low sodium levels.

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

    Spironolactone is considered a steroid congener of _____.

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

    Potassium-sparing diuretics work by preventing the loss of _____.

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

    One therapeutic use of thiazides is to decrease urinary _____ excretion.

    <p>Ca2+</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The paradoxical antidiuretic action of thiazides is associated with improved sensitivity of _____ receptors.

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

    Adverse effects of thiazides may include _____, which is a decrease in blood volume.

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

    M metabolic acidosis occurs due to ↓ H ion ______ and H+ will be retained in blood.

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

    In cases of edema due to ______ hyperaldosteronism, primary hyperaldosteronism is exemplified by Conn's syndrome.

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

    Spironolactone is a weak competitive inhibitor of __________ at their receptors.

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

    Loop diuretics cause ______ while potassium-sparing diuretics cause hyperkalemia.

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

    One of the adverse effects of spironolactone is __________ due to decreased K+ excretion.

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

    The combination of loop diuretics and potassium-sparing diuretics can minimize ______ disturbances.

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

    Spironolactone has antiandrogenic effects, leading to __________ in males.

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

    Loop diuretics cause metabolic ______ while potassium-sparing diuretics lead to metabolic alkalosis.

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

    Patients with chronic renal failure should avoid using __________ due to the risk of hyperkalemia.

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

    Secondary hyperaldosteronism may occur in conditions such as liver cirrhosis or ______ syndrome.

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

    Spironolactone is often used to manage __________ hair loss in women.

    <p>androgen-related</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To minimize the risk of acid-base ______, potassium-sparing diuretics are often combined with loop diuretics.

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

    The primary mechanism of action of spironolactone includes decreasing synthesis of __________.

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

    Hypokalemic metabolic __________ is one of the potential side effects due to decreased H+ excretion.

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

    The therapeutic uses of diuretics include managing cases of edema caused by ______.

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

    Spironolactone's adverse effects make it contraindicated in cases of __________.

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

    Spironolactone should not be given with ______ because it has aldosterone-like action.

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

    Amiloride is excreted unchanged in ______.

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

    Spironolactone acts through competitive antagonism with ______ at its receptor site.

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

    Mannitol and Glycerol are classified as ______ diuretics.

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

    The mechanism of action for spironolactone involves direct inhibition of Na+ channels at the distal part of the ______.

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

    Triamterene is classified as a synthetic ______.

    <p>non-steroid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary mechanism of action of triamterene involves inhibiting sodium absorption in the ______.

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

    The first mechanism of action involves increasing osmotic pressure of plasma leading to withdrawal of transcellular fluid such as aqueous ______.

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

    Gynecomastia and impotence are antiandrogenic effects associated with ______.

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

    The therapeutic use of these agents includes treating acute congestive glaucoma and a rapid rise in ______ pressure.

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

    They are freely filtered by the ______ and increase osmotic pressure in the tubules.

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

    The main adverse effect of these agents includes dehydration with ______ due to fluid shifts.

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

    These agents are given by intravenous infusion for rapid ______ of aqueous humor or CSF.

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

    The second mechanism of action leads to decreased water reabsorption by renal ______.

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

    Match the following diuretic effects with their corresponding class of diuretics:

    <p>Thiazides = Lower blood pressure in hypertension Potassium-sparing diuretics = Prevent K+ loss Loop diuretics = Increase Na+ and Cl- excretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following adverse effects to their diuretic class:

    <p>Thiazides = Hyponatremia Potassium-sparing diuretics = Hyperkalemia Loop diuretics = Ototoxicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following conditions with the appropriate therapeutic use of thiazides:

    <p>Mild edematous states = Cardiac, hepatic, or renal edema Hypertension = Combination with other antihypertensives Hypercalcuria = Decrease urinary Ca2+ excretion Nephrogenic DI = Paradoxical antidiuretic action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following characteristics with the correct diuretic drugs:

    <p>Spironolactone = Aldosterone antagonist Triamterene = Synthetic diuretic Amiloride = K+ sparing Thiazides = Mild efficacy on Na+ load</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following diuretic-induced metabolic disturbances:

    <p>Thiazides = Hyperlipidemia Potassium-sparing diuretics = Metabolic acidosis Loop diuretics = Hyperuricemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following pharmacokinetic properties to the respective diuretics:

    <p>Thiazides = Moderate efficacy in Na+ excretion Loop diuretics = Rapid onset of action Potassium-sparing diuretics = Absorbed from GIT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following effects to the mechanism of action for spironolactone:

    <p>Anti-androgenic effects = Blocks androgen receptors Increased Na+ reabsorption = Aldosterone receptor blockade Altered K+ levels = Prevents K+ excretion Diuretic effect = Inhibits Na+/K+ ATPase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following adverse effects with their related mechanisms:

    <p>Thiazides = Metabolic alkalosis due to H+ loss Loop diuretics = Electrolyte imbalance causing hypokalemia Potassium-sparing diuretics = Risk of hyperkalemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following conditions with their associated diuretic actions:

    <p>Mettabolic acidosis = Retained H+ ion in the blood Primary hyperaldosteronism = Conn's disease Secondary hyperaldosteronism = Liver cirrhosis or nephrotic syndrome Loop diuretics = Cause hypokalemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following diuretic effects to their mechanisms:

    <p>Loop diuretics = Cause metabolic alkalosis Potassium-sparing diuretics = Cause hyperkalemia Combination of loop and potassium-sparing diuretics = Minimize electrolyte imbalance K+ sparing diuretics = Cause metabolic acidosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the diuretic types with their implications in therapy:

    <p>Loop diuretics = Used to manage edema Thiazides = May cause metabolic alkalosis Potassium-sparing diuretics = Used to counteract loop diuretics effects K+ sparing diuretics = Effectively used alone without concerns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the terms with their descriptions about electrolyte balance:

    <p>Electrolyte imbalance risk = Loop diuretics can cause hypokalemia Acid-base imbalance risk = Metabolic alkalosis from loop diuretics Combination use = Minimizing acid-base disturbance Acidosis effect = Caused by potassium-sparing diuretics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the diuretic conditions with the corrective measures:

    <p>Edema due to hyperaldosteronism = Combination of loop and potassium-sparing diuretics Metabolic acidosis = Retain H+ ions Primary hyperaldosteronism = Referencing Conn's disease Severe hypokalemia = Result from loop diuretic use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following treatment strategies with their outcomes:

    <p>Using loop diuretics = Hypokalemia Combining loop and potassium-sparing diuretics = Balanced electrolyte levels Using only thiazides = Potential for metabolic alkalosis Administering potassium-sparing diuretics alone = High risk of metabolic acidosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the metabolic disturbances with their origins:

    <p>Hypokalemia = Loop diuretics usage Hyperkalemia = Potassium-sparing diuretics effects Metabolic alkalosis = Loop diuretics retention issues Metabolic acidosis = K+ sparing diuretics in imbalance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the diuretic conditions with their corresponding side effects:

    <p>Loop diuretics = Hypokalemia risk Potassium-sparing diuretics = Hyperkalemia gain Thiazides = Causing metabolic disturbances Diuretics in combination = Minimized risk of above effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following potassium-sparing diuretics with their characteristics:

    <p>Spironolactone = Synthetic steroid with competitive antagonism at aldosterone receptors Triamterene = Synthetic non-steroid that inhibits Na+ channels Amiloride = Direct inhibition of Na+ channels at the distal part of DCT Carbenoxolone = Has aldosterone-like action and may counteract spironolactone's effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following diuretics with their metabolic pathways:

    <p>Spironolactone = Extensive metabolism in the liver Amiloride = Excreted unchanged in urine Triamterene = Metabolized through both liver and kidneys Carbenoxolone = Undergoes significant hepatic metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following diuretics with their side effects:

    <p>Spironolactone = Gynecomastia and impotence Triamterene = Can cause renal stones Amiloride = May lead to hyperkalemia Carbenoxolone = Potential fluid retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following diuretics with their primary mechanisms of action:

    <p>Spironolactone = Competitive antagonism at aldosterone receptors Triamterene = Direct inhibition of sodium channels Amiloride = Inhibits sodium reabsorption at the distal tubule Carbenoxolone = Acts similarly to aldosterone, causing sodium retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following diuretics with their chemical classification:

    <p>Spironolactone = Synthetic steroid Triamterene = Synthetic non-steroid Amiloride = Potassium-sparing agent Carbenoxolone = Steroid-like compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following osmotic diuretics with their administration method:

    <p>Mannitol = Administered intravenously Glycerol = Orally administered Spironolactone = Typically given orally Triamterene = Administered intravenously</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following effects with their corresponding diuretics:

    <p>Spironolactone = Helps manage conditions like hyperaldosteronism Triamterene = Reduces potassium loss Amiloride = Inhibits sodium channels to promote diuresis Carbenoxolone = May worsen heart failure symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following characteristics with their respective diuretics:

    <p>Spironolactone = Has antiandrogenic properties Triamterene = Less effective in severe renal impairment Amiloride = Rapid onset of action Carbenoxolone = Increases sodium retention through aldosterone effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the drug with its primary action mechanism:

    <p>Spironolactone = Competitive antagonist of aldosterone Triamterene = Inhibitor of Na+ channels in distal DCT Amiloride = Excreted unchanged in urine All of the above = Influencing sodium and potassium balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the diuretic with its pharmacological effect:

    <p>Spironolactone = Increases Na+ excretion with water retention Triamterene = Direct Na+ channel inhibition Amiloride = Causes hyperkalemia by retaining K+ All three = Slow onset of action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the drug with its metabolic outcome:

    <p>Spironolactone = Hyperkalemia due to K+ retention Triamterene = Mild Na+ loss with water retention Amiloride = Unchanged excretion in urine All of the above = Effecting electrolyte balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the site of action in the nephron with its corresponding drug:

    <p>Distal Convuluted Tubule (DCT) = Spironolactone Distal part of DCT = Triamterene Distal part of the nephron = Amiloride All of the above = Mechanism of action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the diuretic mechanism of action with its corresponding effect:

    <p>Osmotic diuretics = Increase osmotic pressure in plasma Thiazides = Inhibit sodium reabsorption in distal convoluted tubule Loop diuretics = Inhibit sodium reabsorption in the ascending loop of Henle Potassium-sparing diuretics = Block aldosterone action in the collecting ducts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the primary pharmacological characteristic with the diuretic:

    <p>Spironolactone = Competitive antagonist at receptor site Triamterene = Direct inhibition of sodium channels Amiloride = Excreted unchanged, no metabolism All of the above = They lead to mild Na+ loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the description with the corresponding drug action:

    <p>Spironolactone = Leads to Na+ excretion and K+ retention Triamterene = Increases sodium excretion with equivalent water Amiloride = Retains potassium while excreting sodium All of the above = Acting in the distal nephron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the clinical uses of specific diuretics to their indications:

    <p>Mannitol = Acute management of cerebral edema Spironolactone = Hyperaldosteronism treatment Furosemide = Acute pulmonary edema Hydrochlorothiazide = Hypertension management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the adverse effects of diuretics to the specific drug class:

    <p>Loop diuretics = Hypokalemia Thiazides = Hyperglycemia Potassium-sparing diuretics = Hyperkalemia Osmotic diuretics = Dehydration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match each diuretic with its general time to onset of action:

    <p>Spironolactone = Days for onset Triamterene = Days for onset Amiloride = Days for effect All of the above = Slower onset time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the effect on body electrolytes to the respective drug:

    <p>Spironolactone = Retains K+, leads to hyperkalemia Triamterene = Maintains K+ while losing Na+ Amiloride = Prevents K+ loss during diuresis All of the above = Focus on potassium retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following conditions with the appropriate type of diuretic:

    <p>Acute congestive glaucoma = Mannitol Hypertension = Thiazides Heart failure = Loop diuretics Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus = Potassium-sparing diuretics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the adverse effect to its corresponding diuretic class:

    <p>Spironolactone = Gynecomastia Thiazides = Hypomagnesemia Loop diuretics = Tinnitus Potassium-sparing diuretics = Metabolic acidosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following symptoms with the corresponding diuretic class that may cause them:

    <p>Hypernatremia = Osmotic diuretics Hypokalemia = Loop diuretics Metabolic alkalosis = Thiazides Hyperkalemia = Potassium-sparing diuretics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Thiazide Diuretics

    • Increase excretion of halides and H+, while reducing Ca2+ excretion and enhancing reabsorption.
    • Moderate efficacy, maximum Na+ excretion limited to 5-7% of filtered load.
    • Ineffective with GFR < 30-40 ml/min, potentially harmful in renal failure.
    • Dependent on renal prostaglandins (PGs), less so compared to loop diuretics.

    Therapeutic Uses of Thiazides

    • Indicated for mild edematous states (cardiac, hepatic, renal).
    • Effective in treating essential hypertension; often combined with other antihypertensives.
    • Used to decrease urinary Ca2+ excretion in hypercalciuria and renal Ca2+ stone management.
    • Can reduce urine volume in nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (DI), demonstrating a “paradoxical antidiuretic action” possibly linked to ADH receptor sensitivity improvement.

    Adverse Effects of Thiazides

    • Risk of hypovolemia and hypotension.
    • Electrolyte disturbances: hyponatremia, hypokalemia, and hypokalemic metabolic alkalosis.
    • Hyperuricemia similar to loop diuretics; potential for hyperglycemia due to decreased insulin release and glucose utilization.
    • May cause hyperlipidemia (increased cholesterol and LDL by 5-15%).
    • Allergic reactions possible due to sulfonamide derivatives (skin rash, dermatitis, rare thrombocytopenia).

    Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Include spironolactone (steroid analogue of aldosterone), triamterene, and amiloride (synthetic, non-steroids).

    Pharmacokinetics

    • All are absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.
    • Spironolactone and triamterene metabolized in the liver; amiloride excreted unchanged in urine.
    • Exhibits slow onset of action (days).

    Mechanism and Pharmacological Effects

    • Act in the distal convoluted tubule (DCT), affecting Na+ reabsorption (2-5%).
    • Spironolactone is a competitive antagonist of aldosterone, increasing Na+ excretion and retaining K+.
    • Triamterene and amiloride directly inhibit Na+ channels leading to increased Na+ and water excretion with K+ retention.
    • Net effects: mild Na+ and water loss, potential for hyperkalemia and metabolic acidosis due to H+ retention.

    Therapeutic Uses of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Indicated for edema from hyperaldosteronism (primary and secondary).
    • Often combined with loop diuretics or thiazides to minimize electrolyte imbalances and acid-base disturbances.
    • Used in managing refractory edema and treatment of female pattern hair loss by inhibiting androgen effects.

    Adverse Effects of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Risk of hyperkalemia due to decreased K+ excretion.
    • Hypokalemic metabolic acidosis from reduced H+ excretion.
    • Spironolactone may cause antiandrogenic effects (gynecomastia, impotence).

    Contraindications

    • Avoid in cases of hyperkalemia, especially with chronic renal failure or use of drugs causing hyperkalemia (e.g., ACE inhibitors).
    • Not recommended with carbenoxolone, which has aldosterone-like effects, antagonizing spironolactone's action.

    Osmotic Diuretics

    • Include mannitol and glycerol; administered intravenously to induce diuresis.

    Thiazide Diuretics

    • Increase excretion of halides and hydrogen ions (H+).
    • Decrease calcium (Ca2+) excretion and enhance its reabsorption.
    • Moderate efficacy with a maximum excretion of filtered sodium (Na+) load limited to 5-7%.
    • Ineffective in patients with glomerular filtration rate (GFR) < 30-40 ml/min, potentially harmful in renal failure.
    • Dependent on renal prostaglandins (PGs) but less so than loop diuretics.

    Therapeutic Uses of Thiazides

    • Treat mild edematous states associated with cardiac, hepatic, or renal issues.
    • Manage essential hypertension (mild to moderate) through similar mechanisms to loop diuretics.
    • Often used in combination with other antihypertensive medications to enhance blood pressure reduction.
    • Reduce urinary calcium excretion in hypercalciuria and prevent renal calcium stones.
    • Beneficial for nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (DI) by decreasing urine volume, possibly increasing sensitivity to ADH receptors.

    Adverse Effects of Thiazides

    • Risk of hypovolemia and hypotension.
    • Electrolyte disturbances like hyponatremia and hypokalemia.
    • Risk of hypokalemic metabolic alkalosis due to increased tubular secretion of potassium (K+) and hydrogen (H+).
    • Similar to loop diuretics, they may cause hyperuricemia and hyperglycemia.
    • Increase in cholesterol and LDL levels (by 5-15%).
    • Potential allergic reactions due to sulfonamide derivatives, leading to skin rash or dermatitis.

    Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Spironolactone is an aldosterone steroid congener; triamterene and amiloride are synthetic non-steroids.

    Pharmacokinetics of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • All are absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, with spironolactone exhibiting extensive metabolism in the liver.
    • Triamterene is excreted unchanged in urine.

    Mechanism of Action

    • Spironolactone works through competitive antagonism at aldosterone receptors in the distal convoluted tubule (DCT).
    • Triamterene and amiloride inhibit sodium channels directly in the DCT.

    Therapeutic Uses of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Treat edema due to hyperaldosteronism, including primary (Conn's syndrome) and secondary causes (e.g., liver cirrhosis or nephrotic syndrome).
    • Often combined with loop diuretics or thiazides to balance electrolyte disturbances and acid-base imbalances.
    • Spironolactone can reduce female pattern hair loss by acting as a weak competitive inhibitor of androgen receptors.

    Adverse Effects of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Risk of hyperkalemia due to decreased potassium excretion.
    • Metabolic acidosis caused by decreased excretion of both K+ and H+.
    • Antiandrogenic effects of spironolactone can lead to gynecomastia and impotence in males.

    Contraindications

    • All cases of hyperkalemia, particularly in chronic renal failure.
    • Use caution with drugs causing hyperkalemia, such as ACE inhibitors.
    • Avoid combining spironolactone with carbenoxolone due to antagonistic effects.

    Osmotic Diuretics

    • Mannitol and glycerol are inert substances administered intravenously for emergency conditions.

    Mechanism of Action for Osmotic Diuretics

    • Increase osmotic pressure of plasma to draw fluid from transcellular spaces, such as the aqueous humor or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).
    • Freely filtered by the glomerulus, they increase osmotic pressure in the renal tubule to decrease water reabsorption.

    Therapeutic Uses of Osmotic Diuretics

    • Manage acute congestive glaucoma and rapid increases in cranial pressure by facilitating drainage of aqueous humor or CSF.

    Adverse Effects of Osmotic Diuretics

    • Main concern is dehydration leading to hypernatremia.

    Thiazide Diuretics

    • Increase excretion of halides and H+, while reducing Ca2+ excretion and enhancing its reabsorption.
    • Moderate efficacy with a maximum Na+ excretion of 5-7%.
    • Ineffective when glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is <30-40 ml/min; can be harmful in renal failure.
    • Depend on renal prostaglandins for their action, though less than loop diuretics.

    Therapeutic Uses

    • Treat mild edematous states (cardiac, hepatic, renal).
    • Used in essential hypertension (mild to moderate) and often combined with other antihypertensives for better efficacy.
    • Manage hypercalciuria and renal calcium stones by decreasing urinary Ca2+ excretion.
    • Reduce urine volume in nephrogenic diabetes insipidus, termed “paradoxical antidiuretic action” due to improved ADH receptor sensitivity.

    Adverse Effects

    • Risk of hypovolemia and hypotension.
    • Electrolyte imbalances, particularly hyponatremia and hypokalemia.
    • Hypokalemic metabolic alkalosis from increased tubular secretion of K+ and H+.
    • Hyperuricemia, similar to loop diuretics.
    • May lead to hyperglycemia from decreased insulin release and glucose utilization.
    • Increases cholesterol and LDL levels (5-15%).
    • Potential allergic reactions due to sulfonamide derivatives (skin rash, dermatitis, thrombocytopenia).

    Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Key examples include spironolactone, triamterene, and amiloride.
    • Spironolactone is a steroid derivative of aldosterone; triamterene and amiloride are synthetic.

    Pharmacokinetics

    • All are absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.
    • Spironolactone and triamterene metabolized by the liver; amiloride excreted unchanged in urine.
    • Slow onset of action (days).

    Mechanism and Pharmacological Effects

    • Act at the distal convoluted tubule (DCT), where Na+ reabsorption occurs (2-5%).
    • Spironolactone competitively antagonizes aldosterone at its receptor, leading to Na+ excretion and K+ retention.
    • Triamterene and amiloride inhibit Na+ channels in the DCT, also resulting in Na+ excretion and K+ retention.
    • Net effects include mild Na+ and water loss, hyperkalemia, and metabolic acidosis due to decreased H+ excretion.

    Therapeutic Uses

    • Effective in all forms of edema from hyperaldosteronism (primary & secondary).
    • Often used in conjunction with loop diuretics or thiazides to prevent electrolyte imbalances and enhance effects in refractory edema.
    • Spironolactone can treat female pattern hair loss as it acts as an antiandrogen.

    Adverse Effects

    • Risk of hyperkalemia due to reduced potassium excretion.
    • Hypokalemic metabolic acidosis from decreased K+ and H+ excretion.
    • Spironolactone may cause gynaecomastia and impotence in males due to its antiandrogenic properties.

    Contraindications

    • All cases of hyperkalemia, especially in chronic renal failure or when combined with drugs that cause hyperkalemia (e.g., ACE inhibitors).

    Osmotic Diuretics

    • Increase plasma osmotic pressure to withdraw transcellular fluid (aqueous humor, CSF, etc.).
    • Freely filtered by the glomerulus, leading to decreased water reabsorption in renal tubules.

    Therapeutic Uses

    • Used for acute congestive glaucoma and rapid elevation of cranial pressure by promoting drainage of aqueous humor or CSF through increased osmotic pressure.

    Adverse Effects

    • Main adverse effect is dehydration with hypernatremia.

    Thiazide Diuretics

    • Increase excretion of halides and hydrogen ions (H+).
    • Decrease calcium (Ca2+) excretion and enhance its reabsorption.
    • Moderate efficacy with a maximum excretion of filtered sodium (Na+) load limited to 5-7%.
    • Ineffective in patients with glomerular filtration rate (GFR) < 30-40 ml/min, potentially harmful in renal failure.
    • Dependent on renal prostaglandins (PGs) but less so than loop diuretics.

    Therapeutic Uses of Thiazides

    • Treat mild edematous states associated with cardiac, hepatic, or renal issues.
    • Manage essential hypertension (mild to moderate) through similar mechanisms to loop diuretics.
    • Often used in combination with other antihypertensive medications to enhance blood pressure reduction.
    • Reduce urinary calcium excretion in hypercalciuria and prevent renal calcium stones.
    • Beneficial for nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (DI) by decreasing urine volume, possibly increasing sensitivity to ADH receptors.

    Adverse Effects of Thiazides

    • Risk of hypovolemia and hypotension.
    • Electrolyte disturbances like hyponatremia and hypokalemia.
    • Risk of hypokalemic metabolic alkalosis due to increased tubular secretion of potassium (K+) and hydrogen (H+).
    • Similar to loop diuretics, they may cause hyperuricemia and hyperglycemia.
    • Increase in cholesterol and LDL levels (by 5-15%).
    • Potential allergic reactions due to sulfonamide derivatives, leading to skin rash or dermatitis.

    Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Spironolactone is an aldosterone steroid congener; triamterene and amiloride are synthetic non-steroids.

    Pharmacokinetics of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • All are absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, with spironolactone exhibiting extensive metabolism in the liver.
    • Triamterene is excreted unchanged in urine.

    Mechanism of Action

    • Spironolactone works through competitive antagonism at aldosterone receptors in the distal convoluted tubule (DCT).
    • Triamterene and amiloride inhibit sodium channels directly in the DCT.

    Therapeutic Uses of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Treat edema due to hyperaldosteronism, including primary (Conn's syndrome) and secondary causes (e.g., liver cirrhosis or nephrotic syndrome).
    • Often combined with loop diuretics or thiazides to balance electrolyte disturbances and acid-base imbalances.
    • Spironolactone can reduce female pattern hair loss by acting as a weak competitive inhibitor of androgen receptors.

    Adverse Effects of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Risk of hyperkalemia due to decreased potassium excretion.
    • Metabolic acidosis caused by decreased excretion of both K+ and H+.
    • Antiandrogenic effects of spironolactone can lead to gynecomastia and impotence in males.

    Contraindications

    • All cases of hyperkalemia, particularly in chronic renal failure.
    • Use caution with drugs causing hyperkalemia, such as ACE inhibitors.
    • Avoid combining spironolactone with carbenoxolone due to antagonistic effects.

    Osmotic Diuretics

    • Mannitol and glycerol are inert substances administered intravenously for emergency conditions.

    Mechanism of Action for Osmotic Diuretics

    • Increase osmotic pressure of plasma to draw fluid from transcellular spaces, such as the aqueous humor or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).
    • Freely filtered by the glomerulus, they increase osmotic pressure in the renal tubule to decrease water reabsorption.

    Therapeutic Uses of Osmotic Diuretics

    • Manage acute congestive glaucoma and rapid increases in cranial pressure by facilitating drainage of aqueous humor or CSF.

    Adverse Effects of Osmotic Diuretics

    • Main concern is dehydration leading to hypernatremia.

    Thiazide Diuretics

    • Increase excretion of halides and H+, decrease Ca2+ excretion, enhancing reabsorption.
    • Moderate efficacy: maximum Na+ excretion is 5-7% of filtered load.
    • Ineffective if GFR < 30-40 ml/min; not recommended in renal failure.
    • Renal prostaglandins influence action, less than loop diuretics.

    Therapeutic Uses of Thiazides

    • Treat mild edematous states: cardiac, hepatic, renal.
    • Manage essential hypertension (mild to moderate); often combined with other antihypertensives to boost effects.
    • Reduce urinary Ca2+ excretion in hypercalcuria and renal Ca2+ stone formation.
    • Can decrease urine volume in nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (DI) through a paradoxical antidiuretic action, possibly by enhancing ADH receptor sensitivity.

    Adverse Effects of Thiazides

    • Risk of hypovolemia and hypotension.
    • Electrolyte disturbances lead to hyponatremia and hypokalemia.
    • Hypokalemic metabolic alkalosis due to increased tubular secretion of K+ and H+.
    • Hyperuricemia observed similar to loop diuretics.
    • May cause hyperglycemia from reduced insulin release and glucose utilization.
    • Potential for hyperlipidemia: increased cholesterol and LDL (5-15%).
    • Allergic reactions possible, including rashes and thrombocytopenia.

    Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Spironolactone acts as a steroid congener of aldosterone; triamterene and amiloride are synthetic but non-steroid drugs.
    • All are absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.
    • Spironolactone and triamterene undergo hepatic metabolism, while amiloride is excreted unchanged.

    Mechanism and Pharmacological Effects of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Act on the distal part of the DCT, where Na+ is reabsorbed in exchange for K+ under aldosterone's influence.
    • Spironolactone competitively antagonizes aldosterone, leading to increased Na+ excretion and K+ retention.
    • Triamterene and amiloride inhibit Na+ channels in the distal DCT, resulting in similar effects.

    Effects of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Cause mild Na+ and water loss (2-5% maximum Na+ excretion).
    • Result in hyperkalemia due to decreased K+ excretion.
    • Can lead to metabolic acidosis from reduced H+ excretion.

    Therapeutic Uses of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Indicated for edema due to hyperaldosteronism (primary and secondary).
    • Used in combination with loop diuretics or thiazides to manage electrolyte and acid-base imbalances.

    Osmotic Diuretics (Mannitol, Glycerol)

    • Administered intravenously as inert substances for emergency conditions.
    • Increase plasma osmotic pressure, facilitating transcellular fluid withdrawal and decreasing tubular reabsorption of water.

    Therapeutic Uses of Osmotic Diuretics

    • Treat acute glaucoma and rise in intracranial pressure by enhancing drainage of aqueous humor or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).
    • Administered intravenously for rapid action before diuresis begins.

    Adverse Effects of Osmotic Diuretics

    • Main adverse effect is dehydration with hypernatremia.

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