Diuretics

Question: How Diuretics inhibit the action of aldosterone?? I am doing research on Diuretics, and I want more information about diuretics. How diuretics inhibit the action of aldosterone and what are the general uses of Diuretics. What is osmotic Diuretics? Thanks in advance.

Answer: Some diuretics inhibit reabsorption of sodium and exchange of sodium and potassium in distal convoluted tubule and collecting duct by inhibiting the action of aldosterone. These subustances are also called the potassium retaining natriuretics. The example is spironolactone (aldactone). Recently I saw this following information , i hope this resource helps you.

Question: What is better to get rid of water; laxies or diuretics? I mean a ton of water? And do diuretics make u sick? Know of any natural remedies?

Answer: Yes, caffeine.

Question: How can I keep from retaining water since I have developed an allergy to diuretics? I have had a total-body rash for six weeks now and the doctor is convinced I have developed an allergy to diuretics. I have been off of them for three weeks and have gained about 18 lbs in fluid weight. The doctor had me try a different diuretic this morning, but within an hour my skin was crawling and burning so I know I cannot take those pills again. Has anyone had a similar experience that they can share what has worked for them, aside from restricting sodium intake.

Answer: http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art4649.asp Foods that can cause water retention Foods like salt and sugar may cause the body to retain considerable fluids that can lead to bloating and water retention. Also, inadequate protein in the diet can lead to fluid retention. When the body does not get enough amino acids or B-vitamins, it may accumulate excess fluids. Natural diuretic Natural diuretics are natural foods or herbs that will increase flow of urine and aid in the removal of fluids from the body. While using natural diuretics or synthetic to aid in removal of excess fluids from the body, it can also mean loss of very important vitamins and minerals too. It is essential that you supplement to prevent loss of vital electrolytes. *Green tea is a natural diuretic food that has been in use for centuries in China. * Cranberry juice can aid in removal of excess fluid retention. *Apple cider vinegar exhibits natural diuretic properties and in addition maintains the potassium levels. It can be added to the salad dressing. *Dandelion is often used as a natural diuretic. *Nettle has natural diuretic properties that facilitate good cleansing. *Dandelion leaf tea aids in detoxification and has a beneficial effect on those suffering from cystitis and urinary tract infections. *Fennel has carminative and diuretic properties and is frequently used in seasoning food. Diuretic food with high water content watermelons and cucumbers help increase urination and flushing out of toxins. Cucumbers are rich in sulfur and silicon that stimulate the kidneys into better removal of uric acid. Watercress and artichokes are also natural diuretic foods. *Asparagus contains asparigine - a chemical alkaloid that boosts kidney performance and improving waste removal from the body. *Brussels Spouts help in stimulating the kidneys and pancreas. This helps in better cleansing of cells. *Beets are natural diuretic foods that attack floating body fats and fatty deposits. *Oats contain silica-a natural diuretic. *Cabbage is known to aid breakage of fatty deposits, especially around the abdominal region. *Carrots are a rich source of carotene that speeds the metabolic rate of the body and hastens removal of fat deposits and waste. *Lettuce aids better metabolism and flushing of toxins. *Tomatoes are rich in Vitamin C that aids the metabolism and release of water from the kidney to flush out waste. *Horseradish, raw onions and radish speed up your metabolism

Question: What foods can i eat that are natural Diuretics? im 9 months pregnant and have been a big time sweller since my 6th month. by bp is fine so im not pre-eclamptic or anything. i know watching my sodium is about all i can do because the dr doesnt reccomend taking a pill for it or anything. i hear there are foods that are natural diuretics...do you know of some good ones?

Answer: Grapefruit. Have a small glass of grapefruit juice each night before bed. Green tea works too. I start drinking it right after my morning coffee. Drink both each day and drink beyond the eight 8oz glasses of water a day. Cardio excersize helps you to sweat the water out too. These things work for me, give it a try.

Question: Medication and loop diuretics. I've just read an article on how important it is to? take the latter along with high blood pressure medication. My doctor has never mentioned this to me...ought I challenge him over this. I need to be clear in my mind that I have read correctly the information on loop diuretics. How do these woRk in conjunction with my medication for HBP? I have taken all the necessary precautions to avoid high BP such as losing weight and keeping active.

Answer: Loop diuretics (Henle's loop) block sodium and chloride reabsorption by the kidneys. Diuretics reduce the amount of water in the circulation and reducing fluid retention Diuretic drugs help lower the blood pressure. So with less fluids the heart doesn't have too work hard to pump bloo BP meds stop Angiotensin ll from narrowing of small vessels in tissues which may increase blood pressure. So this is why BP meds and diuretics work together.

Question: How do diuretics help with weight loss? I've heard that anorexics abuse diuretics to aid their weight loss. I don't understand: how do they work? i know they flush water out of your system, but how does THAT make you lose weight? and what are some diuretics?

Answer: Diuretics is the removal of fluids from the body through urination are considered diuretics. Most commonly known as Water Pills. Some people use diuretics as a weight loss aid, usually when a large amount of weight needs to be lost in a short amount of time. The fact is that diuretics are not proven to promote the loss of fat; they simply remove retained fluid. While the scale may show the loss of a few pounds, it is a temporary loss. This is not a healthy way to lose weight. For a healthy weight loss go to the source box.

Question: what are the side effects of constantly using diuretics? i use diurectics almost every day. i drink lots of water like it says. however i havent gotten my period in three months-ive always been pretty regular. could this be bc of the diuretics?

Answer: Diuretics? Why? If they were not prescribed by a doctor then quit taking them, they cause dehydration which in turn can cause irregular heartbeats and a whole host of problems. They are very strong medications and you should be closely monitored by your doctor.

Question: What happens when you take too many laxatives/ diuretics? Does anyone know what happens over time if you abuse laxatives and diuretics?

Answer: i am a expert at this when i had a eating disorder last year i would take 15 a day right after i ate something so it wouldnt be in my system for long. i lost 10 pounds in 2 weeks from that with no exercise . the thing is its painful it fells like your going to die like someone is stabbing you in the stomache with a knife . when i was 13 my mom found the laxatives in my rooom so i was in big trouble . just dont do it. you can die on a overdose of laxatives . one time i think i took 20 in like 5 hours i thought i was going to die i could not get up how much pain i was in . IT IS PAINFUL SO DONT IT. plus if you live with your parents there gonna find them in your room and you will be in trouble . take it from someone who has experience

Question: what are the different types of diuretics? what should a nurse do to maintain optimum hydration? Pls include nursing responsiblities to provide efficient care to patients taking each kind of diuretics.

Answer: Many substances have diuretic properties. Bromoxanthines as found in chocolate and coffee (caffeine is the one in the latter) are an example. And probably the most common diuretic works by suppression of antidiuretic hormone; that would be alcohol. But I suspect what you're looking for is this: thiazide diuretics such as hydroclorthiazide have been used since some observant person noted that patients on sulfa drugs (closely related to thiazides) had greater urine output than others on a ward back in the day when sulfanilamides and penicillin were the only antibiotics avaliable. The other commonly prescribed diuretics are the loop diuretics, so called because of the area in the renal tubule where they work, including drugs like furosemide and bumetanide. To these standard diuretics are sometimes added a second, "potassium-sparing" diuretic such as spironolactone or triamterene. If you're looking for a good care plan to plug mindlessly into a chart, I can't help you, but the specifics of your patient's problem are going to be the driving force in determining your hydration goals. If the patient is taking a thiazide for hypertension, for instance, and is completely healthy, then staying fully hydrated will be important for him, whereas a patient with advanced congestive cardiomyopathy may require a strict level of fluid restriction.

Question: How quickly will Diuretics lower my blood pressure? I just started taking them today. I started a fitness and diet program about 3 weeks ago, that I continue as well. I'm wondering how soon can I expect to see results from the medication. My BP is in the 145-150 range.

Answer: well this is not emergency situation and drug effect is depend also on other treatment measure for example if still you are taking much salt with diet the diuretic effect will be decreased and so on. Keep on your Program of treatment and measure your blood pressure after 1 week .Target is 120/80 best wishes

Question: What are the best natural diuretics including herbs, foods and vitamins ? I am taking medication which is causing oedema (and urinary retention)as a side effect. What's the best thing to take ?

Answer: Black tea, cranberry juice and water. drink more to flush more out of your system.

Question: Is it safe to take over the counter diuretics for water weight gain? I am taking an antidepressant so I was wondering if it was ok to take a diuretic too?

Answer: This is one of those questions you need to ask your doctor, not some random people on a public message board.

Question: What are the best powerful natural diuretics? I know there are lots of them but just wonder which ones are the best/powerful. Trying not to hold water weight.

Answer: Alcohol and caffeine are two readily available, very powerful diuretics

Question: Can taking diuretics help my kidney stone pass? I have 3 kidney stones (2 on the right one on the left) and the ones on the right really cause me alot of pain. I was just wondering if anyone knew if taking diurex or something would help move them down and flush them out?

Answer: NO! I highly recommend you don't go taking something like that. The only thing it will do is cause you extra pain on top of and kidney pain you might be feeling. Diurex will only affect your bowels, and believe me it is not fun! The best thing you can do is to drink a lot of water or cranberry juice to help push the stone out.

Question: How exactly do diuretics work? I've seen water pills in the diet aisle but didnt' know if that would help my weight loss or if I would be running to the bathroom every 5 minutes. Can someone give me some insight into what all goes into those pills?

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Question: Has anyone ever heard of someone keeping weight off by using Laxatives & Diuretics? Is this possible and why? Has anyone ever heard of someone keeping weight off by using Laxatives & Diuretics? Is this possible and why?

Answer: Yea but its just water weight. It won't make you less fat and doesn't have any health benefits to it.