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i just got some of these little bitty white tabs from a buddy and he told me they are for people with viracuse veins in their legs or something and they take them for a max of 3 days at a time, and what it does it drain alll the water our from under the skin and fat. I'm therefore taking it to gain more definition in preparation for spring break. Anyone ever heard of this drug or anything like it??
also it makes me piss like every 10 minutes and if i'm not drinking enough water it will make me cramp severely
hello?
Yes, Ive heard of it. And you answered your own question...they're dieuretics.
how well do they work??
Here you go bro...
Diuretics, commonly known as "water pills," help your body get rid of unneeded water and salt through the urine. Getting rid of excess fluid makes it easier for your heart to pump. Examples of diuretics include:
Lasix (furosemide)
Bumex (bumetanide)
Demadex (torsemide)
Esidrix (hydrochlorothiazide)
Zaroxolyn (metolazone)
Aldactone (spironolactone)
Diuretics are categorized as thiazide-like (Zaroxolyn and Esidrix), loop (Lasix, Bumex) or potassium-sparing (Aldactone). Thiazide diuretics cause moderate increases in water excretion and are appropriate for long-term use. Loop diuretics are more powerful and are especially useful in emergencies. Potassium-sparing diuretics help your body retain the mineral potassium and are often prescribed in conjunction with the other two types of diuretics.
Who Should Take Diuretics?
If you have any of the following conditions, your doctor may recommend you take a diuretic.
High blood pressure. Diuretics lower blood pressure, which substantially reduces the risk of stroke and heart attack.
Heart failure. Diuretics reduce the swelling and water build-up caused by heart failure.
Kidney problems. Diuretics reduce water-retention.
Liver problems. Diuretics reduce the amount of fluid build-up associated with cirrhosis (disease of the liver).
Glaucoma. Diuretics reduce the pressure in the eye associated with this disease.
How Should I Take Diuretics?
Follow the label directions on how often you should take the diuretic. If you are taking a single dose a day, take it in the morning with your breakfast or right after eating your breakfast. If you are taking more than one dose a day, take the last dose no later than 4 pm.
The number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and how long you need to take the medication will depend on the type of diuretic prescribed, as well as your condition.
Weigh yourself at the same time every day (on the same scale) and record your weight. Call your doctor if you gain two pounds in one day or five pounds in one week.
While taking this medication, have your blood pressure and kidney function tested regularly, as advised by your doctor.
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory so that your response to this medication can be monitored.
What Are the Side Effects?
Frequent urination. This may last for up to six hours after a dose. If you are taking two diuretic doses each day, take the second dose in the late afternoon so you can sleep through the night.
Arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm)
Extreme tiredness or weakness. These effects should decrease as your body adjusts to the medication. Call your doctor if these symptoms persist.
Muscle cramps or weakness. Be sure that you are taking your potassium supplement correctly, if prescribed. Contact your doctor if these symptoms persist.
Dizziness, lightheadedness. Try rising more slowly when getting up from a lying or sitting position.
Blurred vision, confusion, headache, increased perspiration (sweating), restlessness. If these effects are persistent or severe, contact your doctor.
Dehydration. Signs include dizziness, extreme thirst, excessive dryness of the mouth, decreased urine output, dark-colored urine or constipation. If these symptoms occur, don't assume you need more fluids, call your doctor.
Fever, sore throat, cough, ringing in the ears, unusual bleeding or bruising, rapid and excessive weight loss. Contact your doctor right away.
Skin rash. Stop taking the medication and contact your doctor right away.
Loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting or muscle cramps. Be sure that you are taking your potassium supplement correctly, if prescribed.
Rarely, potassium-sparing diuretics like Aldactone can cause breast enlargement in men and women, deepening of the voice, increased hair growth and irregular menstrual cycles.
Contact your doctor if you have any other symptoms that cause concern.
Should I Be Concerned About Food or Drug Interactions With Diuretics?
Diuretics are often prescribed in combination with other heart medications. If you experience an increase in side effects after taking your medications together, contact your doctor. You may need to change the times you are taking each medication.
Potassium-sparing diuretics increase the effects of digoxin and other medications. They may increase your body's potassium level if taken with ACE inhibitors.
Before this medication is prescribed, tell your doctor if you are taking other medications for high blood pressure, digoxin, indomethecin, lithium, probenecid or corticosteroids (prednisone).
Before this medication is prescribed, tell your doctor if you have diabetes, kidney disease, liver disease or gout.
Follow your doctor's dietary advice, which may include:
Following a low-sodium diet.
Taking a potassium supplement or including high-potassium foods (such as bananas and orange juice). Note: some types of diuretics cause your body to lose potassium.
If you are taking a "potassium-sparing" diuretic, such as Aldactone, your doctor may want you to avoid potassium-rich foods, salt substitutes, low-sodium milk and other dietary sources of potassium.
Alcohol and sleep aids may increase the side effects of this medication and should be avoided.
Can Pregnant Women Take Diuretics?
Diuretic use during pregnancy is not recommended. The effects of the drug on the unborn baby are unknown.
Can Breastfeeding Women Take Diuretics?
No. Many diuretics pass into breast milk and can cause dehydration in the baby.
Can Children Take Diuretics?
Children can safely take diuretics. The side effects are similar to those in adults. Children require smaller doses of the drug. Potassium-sparing diuretics like Aldactone can cause calcium deficiencies.
Can an Elderly Person Take Diuretics?
As with most medications, elderly people should take diuretics with caution. They tend to experience more side effects such as fainting and dizziness due to dehydration.
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Reviewed by the doctors at The Cleveland Clinic Heart Center.
Edited by Charlotte E. Grayson, MD, June 2004, WebMD.
Awesome thanks alot bro
Edema may be most efficiently and safely mobilized by giving LASIX on 2 to 4 consecutive days each week.