Thiazide diuretics Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Drugs (most prescribed diuretics)
A
Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)
Chlorthalidone
2
Q
MOA
A
Blocks reabsorption of NA+ and Cl- in early distal convoluted tubule
3
Q
Indications
A
HTN
Edema
4
Q
Administration
A
Chlorthalidone is more potent
HCTZ is available in combination drugs (such as with lisinopril and losartan)
5
Q
SE/AE
A
Hypokalemia
Hyperglycemia
Dehydration
Ortho hypotension
