Is lasix potassium sparing or wasting?
Question posted by Franchi60 on 10 May 2010
Last updated on 9 March 2012
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Marvell
11 May 2010
Lasix is not potassium sparing. Spironolactone is a potassium sparing diuretic.
TraciB15
9 March 2012
Lasix is a potassium sparring diuretic I dont know why you would say it is not
Marvell
9 March 2012
Because Lasix can actually cause hypokalemia.
Metabolic side effects including hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia, and an increase in serum uric acid, have been relatively common especially with higher doses.
https://www.drugs.com/sfx/lasix-side-effects.html
The link below lists the potassium-sparing diuretics.
https://www.drugs.com/drug-class/potassium-sparing-diuretics.html
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