Loop Diuretics

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Lasix (furosemide)

Furosemide, sold under the brand name Lasix among others, is a medication used to treat fluid build-up due to heart failure, liver scarring, or kidney disease. It may also be used for the treatment of high blood pressure... Wikipedia

 

Manufacturer's Website: Not Available                                                                                                              Average retail cost: $58/month

Edecrin (ethacrynic acid)

Etacrynic acid (INN) or ethacrynic acid (USAN), trade name Edecrin, is a loop diuretic used to treat high blood pressure and the swelling caused by diseases like congestive heart failure, liver failure, and kidney failure. Unlike the other loop diuretics, etacrynic acid is not a sulfonamide and thus, its use is not contraindicated in those with sulfa allergies... Wikipedia

 

Manufacturer's Website: Not Available                                                                                                                   Average retail cost: $759/month

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