2007-10-10 17:59:42 · 4 answers · asked by Jen 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
Furosemide (Lasix) is a loop diuretic, not a thiazide, but both deplete potassium, and hypertensives should be cognizant of the need for potassium and magnesium.
2007-10-10 19:24:36 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Lasix is the brand name for furosemide whic is a loop diuretic. Thiazides are also diuretics but act differently from lasix. In either case, a common side effect is hypokalemia or low serum potassium. You may have to take potassium supplements or potassium rich foods like bananas to compensate.
2007-10-11 04:01:56 · answer #2 · answered by fulltank 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lasix is a brand of furosemide.Hydrochlorothiazide is a type of thiazide diuretic. With either, you probable will need potassium supplements.
2007-10-11 02:18:12 · answer #3 · answered by Howard H 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Potassium. (?)
2007-10-11 01:02:06 · answer #4 · answered by Terri R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋