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What is the maximum amount of filtered sodium load that thiazides can excrete?
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?
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?
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?
Which diuretic group can exhibit a paradoxical antidiuretic action in nephrogenic diabetes insipidus?
Which of these is a possible metabolic disturbance caused by thiazides?
Which of these is a possible metabolic disturbance caused by thiazides?
What mechanism contributes to hyperglycemia associated with thiazide use?
What mechanism contributes to hyperglycemia associated with thiazide use?
What type of drug is Spironolactone classified as?
What type of drug is Spironolactone classified as?
Which of the following is not a typical therapeutic use of thiazides?
Which of the following is not a typical therapeutic use of thiazides?
What is the primary mechanism of action for spironolactone?
What is the primary mechanism of action for spironolactone?
Which of the following drugs is excreted unchanged in the urine?
Which of the following drugs is excreted unchanged in the urine?
What is the net effect of using spironolactone and triamterene?
What is the net effect of using spironolactone and triamterene?
At which site in the nephron do spironolactone and triamterene exert their effects?
At which site in the nephron do spironolactone and triamterene exert their effects?
Which statement accurately describes the onset of action for spironolactone and triamterene?
Which statement accurately describes the onset of action for spironolactone and triamterene?
Hypokalemia is most likely to occur with which of the following drugs?
Hypokalemia is most likely to occur with which of the following drugs?
What is the role of aldosterone in the actions of spironolactone?
What is the role of aldosterone in the actions of spironolactone?
What effect does triamterene have on Na+ and K+ levels in the body?
What effect does triamterene have on Na+ and K+ levels in the body?
What is the primary cause of metabolic acidosis as described?
What is the primary cause of metabolic acidosis as described?
Which condition is an example of primary hyperaldosteronism?
Which condition is an example of primary hyperaldosteronism?
In managing edema due to hyperaldosteronism, which diuretics are used in combination to balance electrolyte levels?
In managing edema due to hyperaldosteronism, which diuretics are used in combination to balance electrolyte levels?
What electrolyte imbalance can loop diuretics cause?
What electrolyte imbalance can loop diuretics cause?
What type of acid-base imbalance is likely caused by potassium-sparing diuretics?
What type of acid-base imbalance is likely caused by potassium-sparing diuretics?
Why is it beneficial to combine loop diuretics with potassium-sparing diuretics?
Why is it beneficial to combine loop diuretics with potassium-sparing diuretics?
Which of the following is a potential effect of thiazide diuretics?
Which of the following is a potential effect of thiazide diuretics?
What is the relationship between metabolic alkalosis and loop diuretics?
What is the relationship between metabolic alkalosis and loop diuretics?
What is the mechanism through which spironolactone exerts its effect?
What is the mechanism through which spironolactone exerts its effect?
Why should spironolactone not be combined with carbenoxolone?
Why should spironolactone not be combined with carbenoxolone?
Which of the following statements about amiloride is true?
Which of the following statements about amiloride is true?
What class of drugs do mannitol and glycerol belong to?
What class of drugs do mannitol and glycerol belong to?
Which of the following is a common side effect of spironolactone?
Which of the following is a common side effect of spironolactone?
In terms of structure, spironolactone is categorized as what type of compound?
In terms of structure, spironolactone is categorized as what type of compound?
What is the primary action of triamterene?
What is the primary action of triamterene?
What is the primary route of administration for osmotic diuretics like mannitol?
What is the primary route of administration for osmotic diuretics like mannitol?
What is the primary mechanism of action of spironolactone in the treatment of female pattern hair loss?
What is the primary mechanism of action of spironolactone in the treatment of female pattern hair loss?
Which of the following is a common adverse effect associated with spironolactone treatment?
Which of the following is a common adverse effect associated with spironolactone treatment?
In which of the following conditions is spironolactone contraindicated?
In which of the following conditions is spironolactone contraindicated?
What metabolic condition can spironolactone induce as a side effect?
What metabolic condition can spironolactone induce as a side effect?
What is a potential androgenic side effect seen in males when using spironolactone?
What is a potential androgenic side effect seen in males when using spironolactone?
Which of the following best describes spironolactone's action concerning testosterone?
Which of the following best describes spironolactone's action concerning testosterone?
What is the relationship between spironolactone and potassium levels in the body?
What is the relationship between spironolactone and potassium levels in the body?
Which class of drugs should be avoided in conjunction with spironolactone due to the risk of hyperkalemia?
Which class of drugs should be avoided in conjunction with spironolactone due to the risk of hyperkalemia?
Thiazides are effective in patients with a GFR below 30-40 ml/min.
Thiazides are effective in patients with a GFR below 30-40 ml/min.
Thiazides can enhance the reabsorption of Ca2+ in the kidneys.
Thiazides can enhance the reabsorption of Ca2+ in the kidneys.
Spironolactone is a synthetic drug and not a steroid.
Spironolactone is a synthetic drug and not a steroid.
Thiazides commonly cause hyperlipidemia by increasing cholesterol levels by 5-15%.
Thiazides commonly cause hyperlipidemia by increasing cholesterol levels by 5-15%.
Potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone are often used for their diuretic effects without any risk of hyperkalemia.
Potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone are often used for their diuretic effects without any risk of hyperkalemia.
One of the adverse effects of thiazides is the potential for metabolic alkalosis due to increased secretion of H+.
One of the adverse effects of thiazides is the potential for metabolic alkalosis due to increased secretion of H+.
Thiazides can reduce urine volume in nephrogenic diabetes insipidus due to improved ADH receptor sensitivity.
Thiazides can reduce urine volume in nephrogenic diabetes insipidus due to improved ADH receptor sensitivity.
Triamterene and amiloride both act as steroid derivatives in their mechanism of action.
Triamterene and amiloride both act as steroid derivatives in their mechanism of action.
Spironolactone has competitive antagonistic effects against androgens.
Spironolactone has competitive antagonistic effects against androgens.
The primary adverse effect of spironolactone is hypernatremia.
The primary adverse effect of spironolactone is hypernatremia.
Spironolactone is contraindicated in patients with chronic renal failure.
Spironolactone is contraindicated in patients with chronic renal failure.
Hypokalemia is a frequent side effect of spironolactone use.
Hypokalemia is a frequent side effect of spironolactone use.
One of the uses of spironolactone is to treat refractory edema.
One of the uses of spironolactone is to treat refractory edema.
Gynaecomastia in males is a possible side effect of spironolactone.
Gynaecomastia in males is a possible side effect of spironolactone.
Spironolactone decreases the synthesis of progesterone.
Spironolactone decreases the synthesis of progesterone.
Metabolic acidosis can occur due to decreased excretion of H+ in patients using spironolactone.
Metabolic acidosis can occur due to decreased excretion of H+ in patients using spironolactone.
Mettabolic acidosis is caused by an increased excretion of H ions.
Mettabolic acidosis is caused by an increased excretion of H ions.
Primary hyperaldosteronism includes conditions such as Conn's disease.
Primary hyperaldosteronism includes conditions such as Conn's disease.
Loop diuretics can cause hyperkalemia, while potassium-sparing diuretics can lead to hypokalemia.
Loop diuretics can cause hyperkalemia, while potassium-sparing diuretics can lead to hypokalemia.
Combining loop diuretics with potassium-sparing diuretics can help manage both electrolyte and acid-base imbalances.
Combining loop diuretics with potassium-sparing diuretics can help manage both electrolyte and acid-base imbalances.
Secondary hyperaldosteronism can occur in conditions such as liver cirrhosis.
Secondary hyperaldosteronism can occur in conditions such as liver cirrhosis.
K+ sparing diuretics are always used alone due to their potential to cause metabolic acidosis.
K+ sparing diuretics are always used alone due to their potential to cause metabolic acidosis.
The risk of electrolyte imbalance is minimized by avoiding combinations of different diuretic classes.
The risk of electrolyte imbalance is minimized by avoiding combinations of different diuretic classes.
Loop diuretics are known to cause metabolic alkalosis.
Loop diuretics are known to cause metabolic alkalosis.
Osmotic diuretics increase transcellular fluid by decreasing osmotic pressure of plasma.
Osmotic diuretics increase transcellular fluid by decreasing osmotic pressure of plasma.
The primary adverse effect of osmotic diuretics is dehydration with hypernatremia.
The primary adverse effect of osmotic diuretics is dehydration with hypernatremia.
Osmotic diuretics are given by intravenous infusion to quickly reduce intracranial pressure.
Osmotic diuretics are given by intravenous infusion to quickly reduce intracranial pressure.
The mechanism of action of osmotic diuretics includes reducing the filtration of the glomerulus.
The mechanism of action of osmotic diuretics includes reducing the filtration of the glomerulus.
Osmotic diuretics are effective in treating acute congestive glaucoma but are not used for acute rises in intracranial pressure.
Osmotic diuretics are effective in treating acute congestive glaucoma but are not used for acute rises in intracranial pressure.
Increasing the osmotic pressure of the tubular fluid leads to increased water absorption in renal tubules.
Increasing the osmotic pressure of the tubular fluid leads to increased water absorption in renal tubules.
Carbenoxolone has an aldosterone-like action and can enhance the effect of spironolactone.
Carbenoxolone has an aldosterone-like action and can enhance the effect of spironolactone.
Amiloride is a synthetic steroid diuretic.
Amiloride is a synthetic steroid diuretic.
Spironolactone exerts its effect by direct inhibition of sodium channels at the distal convoluted tubule (DCT).
Spironolactone exerts its effect by direct inhibition of sodium channels at the distal convoluted tubule (DCT).
Glycerol is an osmotic diuretic administered orally.
Glycerol is an osmotic diuretic administered orally.
Extensive metabolism of spironolactone occurs in the liver.
Extensive metabolism of spironolactone occurs in the liver.
Gynecomastia and impotence are common antiandrogenic effects associated with spironolactone.
Gynecomastia and impotence are common antiandrogenic effects associated with spironolactone.
Amiloride is exclusively excreted in the liver unchanged.
Amiloride is exclusively excreted in the liver unchanged.
Osmotic diuretics, such as mannitol, can be administered via intramuscular injections.
Osmotic diuretics, such as mannitol, can be administered via intramuscular injections.
Explain how osmotic diuretics like mannitol affect transcellular fluid movement during emergency conditions.
Explain how osmotic diuretics like mannitol affect transcellular fluid movement during emergency conditions.
What is the role of the renal glomerulus in the action of osmotic diuretics?
What is the role of the renal glomerulus in the action of osmotic diuretics?
Identify the primary therapeutic use of osmotic diuretics in emergency situations.
Identify the primary therapeutic use of osmotic diuretics in emergency situations.
What is the paradoxical effect seen with thiazides in nephrogenic diabetes insipidus?
What is the paradoxical effect seen with thiazides in nephrogenic diabetes insipidus?
How do thiazides influence calcium levels in the body?
How do thiazides influence calcium levels in the body?
Discuss the main adverse effect associated with the use of osmotic diuretics.
Discuss the main adverse effect associated with the use of osmotic diuretics.
Identify an adverse effect associated with thiazide use that results from electrolyte disturbances.
Identify an adverse effect associated with thiazide use that results from electrolyte disturbances.
How do osmotic diuretics initiate diuresis after intravenous infusion?
How do osmotic diuretics initiate diuresis after intravenous infusion?
Relate the increase in osmotic pressure caused by diuretics to the reabsorption process in renal tubules.
Relate the increase in osmotic pressure caused by diuretics to the reabsorption process in renal tubules.
Explain the significance of the GFR threshold for thiazide efficacy.
Explain the significance of the GFR threshold for thiazide efficacy.
What unique action do thiazides exhibit compared to loop diuretics regarding prostaglandins?
What unique action do thiazides exhibit compared to loop diuretics regarding prostaglandins?
Discuss one mechanism that causes hyperglycemia in patients using thiazides.
Discuss one mechanism that causes hyperglycemia in patients using thiazides.
What is a common side effect of potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone related to potassium levels?
What is a common side effect of potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone related to potassium levels?
Describe the skin-related adverse effect that can occur due to thiazide use.
Describe the skin-related adverse effect that can occur due to thiazide use.
What is the primary cause of metabolic acidosis related to H+ ion retention?
What is the primary cause of metabolic acidosis related to H+ ion retention?
Identify one example of primary hyperaldosteronism.
Identify one example of primary hyperaldosteronism.
What is one reason for combining loop diuretics with potassium-sparing diuretics?
What is one reason for combining loop diuretics with potassium-sparing diuretics?
How can the combination of loop and potassium-sparing diuretics help prevent acid-base imbalances?
How can the combination of loop and potassium-sparing diuretics help prevent acid-base imbalances?
What electrolyte disturbance can result from the use of loop diuretics?
What electrolyte disturbance can result from the use of loop diuretics?
In managing edema due to hyperaldosteronism, what is the therapeutic role of thiazides?
In managing edema due to hyperaldosteronism, what is the therapeutic role of thiazides?
What is one effect of hyperaldosteronism on the body’s fluid balance?
What is one effect of hyperaldosteronism on the body’s fluid balance?
What dual effect does the combination of loop diuretics and potassium-sparing diuretics have on acid-base balance?
What dual effect does the combination of loop diuretics and potassium-sparing diuretics have on acid-base balance?
What is the primary therapeutic use of spironolactone in women concerning hair loss?
What is the primary therapeutic use of spironolactone in women concerning hair loss?
Describe one adverse effect of spironolactone related to potassium levels.
Describe one adverse effect of spironolactone related to potassium levels.
In what condition is spironolactone contraindicated due to the danger of hyperkalemia?
In what condition is spironolactone contraindicated due to the danger of hyperkalemia?
What metabolic condition may result from the use of spironolactone?
What metabolic condition may result from the use of spironolactone?
What is a potential androgenic side effect in males using spironolactone?
What is a potential androgenic side effect in males using spironolactone?
How does spironolactone achieve its antiandrogenic effect?
How does spironolactone achieve its antiandrogenic effect?
What is the main reason dermatologists might choose spironolactone for hair loss treatment?
What is the main reason dermatologists might choose spironolactone for hair loss treatment?
Explain how the use of ACE inhibitors relates to spironolactone's contraindications.
Explain how the use of ACE inhibitors relates to spironolactone's contraindications.
What is the primary site of action for spironolactone and triamterene in the nephron?
What is the primary site of action for spironolactone and triamterene in the nephron?
How do spironolactone and triamterene affect potassium retention in the body?
How do spironolactone and triamterene affect potassium retention in the body?
Explain the mechanism by which spironolactone promotes sodium excretion.
Explain the mechanism by which spironolactone promotes sodium excretion.
What is the difference in the metabolic pathways of amiloride compared to spironolactone and triamterene?
What is the difference in the metabolic pathways of amiloride compared to spironolactone and triamterene?
Describe the timeline for the onset of action for spironolactone and triamterene.
Describe the timeline for the onset of action for spironolactone and triamterene.
What are the potential consequences of the mild sodium loss caused by spironolactone and triamterene?
What are the potential consequences of the mild sodium loss caused by spironolactone and triamterene?
How do triamterene and amiloride's actions directly affect ion channels in the nephron?
How do triamterene and amiloride's actions directly affect ion channels in the nephron?
What is the unique aspect of potassium balance linked to the use of potassium-sparing diuretics?
What is the unique aspect of potassium balance linked to the use of potassium-sparing diuretics?
Thiazides have a maximum excretion of filtered Na+ load of only _____%.
Thiazides have a maximum excretion of filtered Na+ load of only _____%.
Essential hypertension can be treated with thiazides, which have the same mechanisms as _____ diuretics.
Essential hypertension can be treated with thiazides, which have the same mechanisms as _____ diuretics.
Thiazides can lead to _____, a condition characterized by low sodium levels.
Thiazides can lead to _____, a condition characterized by low sodium levels.
Spironolactone is considered a steroid congener of _____.
Spironolactone is considered a steroid congener of _____.
Potassium-sparing diuretics work by preventing the loss of _____.
Potassium-sparing diuretics work by preventing the loss of _____.
One therapeutic use of thiazides is to decrease urinary _____ excretion.
One therapeutic use of thiazides is to decrease urinary _____ excretion.
The paradoxical antidiuretic action of thiazides is associated with improved sensitivity of _____ receptors.
The paradoxical antidiuretic action of thiazides is associated with improved sensitivity of _____ receptors.
Adverse effects of thiazides may include _____, which is a decrease in blood volume.
Adverse effects of thiazides may include _____, which is a decrease in blood volume.
M metabolic acidosis occurs due to ↓ H ion ______ and H+ will be retained in blood.
M metabolic acidosis occurs due to ↓ H ion ______ and H+ will be retained in blood.
In cases of edema due to ______ hyperaldosteronism, primary hyperaldosteronism is exemplified by Conn's syndrome.
In cases of edema due to ______ hyperaldosteronism, primary hyperaldosteronism is exemplified by Conn's syndrome.
Spironolactone is a weak competitive inhibitor of __________ at their receptors.
Spironolactone is a weak competitive inhibitor of __________ at their receptors.
Loop diuretics cause ______ while potassium-sparing diuretics cause hyperkalemia.
Loop diuretics cause ______ while potassium-sparing diuretics cause hyperkalemia.
One of the adverse effects of spironolactone is __________ due to decreased K+ excretion.
One of the adverse effects of spironolactone is __________ due to decreased K+ excretion.
The combination of loop diuretics and potassium-sparing diuretics can minimize ______ disturbances.
The combination of loop diuretics and potassium-sparing diuretics can minimize ______ disturbances.
Spironolactone has antiandrogenic effects, leading to __________ in males.
Spironolactone has antiandrogenic effects, leading to __________ in males.
Loop diuretics cause metabolic ______ while potassium-sparing diuretics lead to metabolic alkalosis.
Loop diuretics cause metabolic ______ while potassium-sparing diuretics lead to metabolic alkalosis.
Patients with chronic renal failure should avoid using __________ due to the risk of hyperkalemia.
Patients with chronic renal failure should avoid using __________ due to the risk of hyperkalemia.
Secondary hyperaldosteronism may occur in conditions such as liver cirrhosis or ______ syndrome.
Secondary hyperaldosteronism may occur in conditions such as liver cirrhosis or ______ syndrome.
Spironolactone is often used to manage __________ hair loss in women.
Spironolactone is often used to manage __________ hair loss in women.
To minimize the risk of acid-base ______, potassium-sparing diuretics are often combined with loop diuretics.
To minimize the risk of acid-base ______, potassium-sparing diuretics are often combined with loop diuretics.
The primary mechanism of action of spironolactone includes decreasing synthesis of __________.
The primary mechanism of action of spironolactone includes decreasing synthesis of __________.
Hypokalemic metabolic __________ is one of the potential side effects due to decreased H+ excretion.
Hypokalemic metabolic __________ is one of the potential side effects due to decreased H+ excretion.
The therapeutic uses of diuretics include managing cases of edema caused by ______.
The therapeutic uses of diuretics include managing cases of edema caused by ______.
Spironolactone's adverse effects make it contraindicated in cases of __________.
Spironolactone's adverse effects make it contraindicated in cases of __________.
Spironolactone should not be given with ______ because it has aldosterone-like action.
Spironolactone should not be given with ______ because it has aldosterone-like action.
Amiloride is excreted unchanged in ______.
Amiloride is excreted unchanged in ______.
Spironolactone acts through competitive antagonism with ______ at its receptor site.
Spironolactone acts through competitive antagonism with ______ at its receptor site.
Mannitol and Glycerol are classified as ______ diuretics.
Mannitol and Glycerol are classified as ______ diuretics.
The mechanism of action for spironolactone involves direct inhibition of Na+ channels at the distal part of the ______.
The mechanism of action for spironolactone involves direct inhibition of Na+ channels at the distal part of the ______.
Triamterene is classified as a synthetic ______.
Triamterene is classified as a synthetic ______.
The primary mechanism of action of triamterene involves inhibiting sodium absorption in the ______.
The primary mechanism of action of triamterene involves inhibiting sodium absorption in the ______.
The first mechanism of action involves increasing osmotic pressure of plasma leading to withdrawal of transcellular fluid such as aqueous ______.
The first mechanism of action involves increasing osmotic pressure of plasma leading to withdrawal of transcellular fluid such as aqueous ______.
Gynecomastia and impotence are antiandrogenic effects associated with ______.
Gynecomastia and impotence are antiandrogenic effects associated with ______.
The therapeutic use of these agents includes treating acute congestive glaucoma and a rapid rise in ______ pressure.
The therapeutic use of these agents includes treating acute congestive glaucoma and a rapid rise in ______ pressure.
They are freely filtered by the ______ and increase osmotic pressure in the tubules.
They are freely filtered by the ______ and increase osmotic pressure in the tubules.
The main adverse effect of these agents includes dehydration with ______ due to fluid shifts.
The main adverse effect of these agents includes dehydration with ______ due to fluid shifts.
These agents are given by intravenous infusion for rapid ______ of aqueous humor or CSF.
These agents are given by intravenous infusion for rapid ______ of aqueous humor or CSF.
The second mechanism of action leads to decreased water reabsorption by renal ______.
The second mechanism of action leads to decreased water reabsorption by renal ______.
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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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