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Pharmacology of diuretics

Acetazolamide, Loop diuretics, Thiazide‐like diuretics, MRA, Amiloride

Site of Action, Maximum Dose, Half-Life, Onset, Bioavailability,
Pharmacology of ... Action, Maximum Dose ... #Comparison #Table ... #HalfLife #Dosing ... Loop #Thiazide #CHF
Potassium-Binding Agents to Treat Hyperkalemia
Sodium zirconium cyclosilicate (Lokelma):
 • Mechanism: Preferentially captures K in exchange for
Potassium-Binding ... and sodium • Dosing ... of aspiration #Potassium ... #medications #pharmacology ... #table #comparison
REBEL Review 71: Treatment of Thyroid Storm 

Propranolol 
Esmolol 
Propylthiouracil (PTU) 
Methimazole 
Saturated Solution of Potassium
Saturated Solution of Potassium ... Hydrocortisone #endocrinology ... hyperthyroidism #table ... #comparison #Dosages ... #dosing
ACEI Antihypertensive Dose Comparison. Consider divided (BID) regimen for better pre-dose (trough) BP control for the
Comparison. ... Monitor BP, potassium ... ACEInhibitor #ACEIs #Dosing ... #Conversion #Pharmacology ... #Table
Hyperkalemia - Differential Diagnosis Framework

PseudoHyperkalemia:
 • Lab error
 • Traumatic venipuncture
 • Hemolysis, thrombocytosis, leukocytosis
 •
Clenching of fist during ... Poorly controlled DM ... • Recent IV potassium ... Beta blockers • Antibiotics ... Food - Avoid in CRF
Hyperkalemia - Differential Diagnosis Framework

PseudoHyperkalemia:
 • Lab error
 • Traumatic venipuncture
 • Hemolysis, thrombocytosis, leukocytosis
 •
Clenching of fist during ... Poorly controlled DM ... • Recent IV potassium ... Beta blockers • Antibiotics ... Food - Avoid in CRF
Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 Inpatient Medication Guide

Classes: Biguanide, Sulfonylurea, TZD, DPP-4 inhibitor, GLP-1 receptor agonist, SGLT2i,
Adjust insulin dose ... Diabetes #Mellitus #DM2 ... #Medications #pharmacology ... #comparison #table ... #endocrinology
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

S/Sx: Most pts asymptomatic. Weakness, cramping, nausea, paresthesias, palpitations,
NSAIDs, β-blockers, Antibiotics ... Na delivery): CHF ... Elimination (see Table ... Transient, repeat dose ... Management #Treatment #potassium