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Description
Potent diuretic that inhibits sodium and chloride reabsorption in the kidneys and causes venous dilation
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Mechanism of Action
Inhibits reabsorption of sodium chloride, Promotes prompt diuresis, vasodilation
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Onset of Action
- Onset: 5-10 min (Vasodilation) 5-30 Minutes (Diuresis)
- Peak: 30 min (Vasodilation) 20-60 min (Diuresis)
- Duration: 2 hours (Vasodilation) 6 hours (Diuresis)
- Half-Life: 30 min
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Indications:
Pulmonary Edema secondary to CHF
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Contraindications
Pregnancy, Dehydration
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Precautions
Protect from light, dehydration
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Side effects
Few in emergency use
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Routes of Administration
IV/IO
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How supplied
Vials and prefilled syringes
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