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Loop Diuretic Conversions – Practice Pearls

Med Ed 101

Loop diuretics (podcast episode) are a mainstay of therapy when we need to eliminate fluid from the body. I wanted to provide some background on loop diuretic conversions as you will […]. The post Loop Diuretic Conversions – Practice Pearls appeared first on Med Ed 101.

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Losartan interactions to avoid

The Checkup by Singlecare

Drugs that may interact with losartan include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, potassium-sparing diuretics, and beta blockers. Diuretics Potassium-sparing and loop diuretics manage conditions like heart failure and high blood pressure.

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Cephalexin interactions to avoid

The Checkup by Singlecare

Taking either the diuretic Lasix (furosemide) or an aminoglycoside antibiotic, such as gentamicin , with cephalexin could negatively affect kidney function. A pill for diabetes, a diuretic, a blood thinner, an antibiotic, and a gout drug are all on this motley list. Lasix is a loop diuretic.

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Why we need to talk about History in Medical Education More often

The Digital Apothecary

One of my most favorite historical conversation was with a cardiologist in his 80's about his use of mercurial salts as diuretics before the advent of loop diuretics in the 50's. For educators, take the time to frame the history behind a topic you are teaching.

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What to Keep in Your Integrative Medicine Cabinet

The Thyroid Pharmacist

” [2] Adaptogens are thought to work by normalizing the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, which may suppress the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, as well as thyroid function, where it interrupts the conversion of T4 to T3, when one has adrenal dysfunction. [3] Consult with a doctor before using if pregnant or breastfeeding.