Diuretics
Diuretics are drugs that primarily increase the excretion of sodium. Learn about thiazide, loop, potassium-sparing, osmotic diuretics, and carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.
Simplified study guides for pharmacology for nurses. Useful tips in understanding different drugs and medicines – a perfect NCLEX review companion! Check out also the sample test bank questions for each study guide!
Diuretics are drugs that primarily increase the excretion of sodium. Learn about thiazide, loop, potassium-sparing, osmotic diuretics, and carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.
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