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Classification

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Loop diuretic

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Action

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Enhances excretion of sodium, chloride & potassium by direct action @ ascending limb of henle produces diuresis decrease BP
Rx for edema associated with CHF

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Dose

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Initially 20-80 mg/dose may increase by 20-40 mg/dose q6-8 hrs

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Side effects

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Increase frequency & volume of urination

Lightheaded, dizzy, Nausea, heartburn, abd cramps, diahrrea, constipation, electrolyte disturbance

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Contraindications

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Anuria
Deafness
Ringing in ears
Vertigo

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Absorption

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GI tract
Metabolized liver
Excreted in urine

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Nursing

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Check BP, pulse for hypotension 
Serum electrolytes
Skin turgor 
Mucus membrane
I& O
Mental status
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