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What is a Diuretic?

A diuretic is a medication that helps your body get rid of excess fluids by increasing the amount of urine you produce.
What is a Diuretic?
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DEFINITION – What does Diuretic mean?

A diuretic is something that causes a person to lose water via urine output.

BREAKING DOWN – Diuretic

Diuretics cause the kidneys to increase one’s urine output in 3 different ways. One way is by stopping the kidney from reabsorbing sodium. This means sodium will be excreted, and along with sodium so is water. The second way is by causing the body to excrete more sodium and chloride which causes an increased water output. The third way is by halting the sodium-potassium exchange. Consequently, this results in the excretion of sodium and potassium, as well as water. Common diuretics include coffee and alcohol.

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A diuretic is a medication that promotes the production of urine, resulting in increased urination and removal of excess fluid from the body.

The three main types of diuretics are loop diuretics, thiazide diuretics, and potassium-sparing diuretics.

Diuretics are commonly used to treat conditions such as hypertension, edema, heart failure, and kidney disease. They can also be used to manage symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and to help flush out excess fluids before surgery.

Common side effects of diuretics include increased urination, dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and low blood pressure. Some diuretics may also cause dizziness, headaches, muscle cramps, and skin rashes. It is important to talk to your doctor if you experience any side effects while taking diuretics.