Loop diuretic
Loop diuretics are diuretics that act on the ascending loop of Henle in the kidney. They are primarily used in medicine to treat hypertension and edema often due to congestive heart failure or renal insufficiency.
Related Topics:
Diuretic - Loop of Henle - Kidney - Medicine - Hypertension - Edema - Congestive heart failure - Renal insufficiency
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| ► | Introduction |
| ► | Mechanism of action |
| ► | Clinical use |
| ► | Loop diuretic resistance |
| ► | Adverse effects |
| ► | Examples of loop diuretics |
| ► | References |
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