Minilactone Tablet 10's

Question 1

What is Oedema?

Accepted Answer

It is a medical term for fluid retention or overload. Due to oedema, the legs, hands and other body parts start swelling increasing blood pressure. If it does not subside, please consult your doctor immediately.

Question 2

Can I stop Minilactone Tablet 10's after my blood pressure comes in control?

Accepted Answer

No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the medicine. Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend to discontinue it.

Question 3

How much fluid should I drink while I'm taking furosemide?

Accepted Answer

A good rule is to drink enough fluid so that you're not thirsty for long periods.

Question 4

How often do you pee on Minilactone Tablet 10's?

Accepted Answer

The main side effect of Minilactone Tablet 10's is peeing more often than normal. Most people need to pee about 30 minutes after taking Minilactone Tablet 10's, and again within a few hours. Do not take Minilactone Tablet 10's before going to bed or you may have to wake in the night to go for the urination frequently.

Question 5

What should I monitor if I am using any diuretics?

Accepted Answer

You should closely monitor your blood pressure, renal function and electrolytes within 4-6 weeks of commencing therapy. Besides this, frequent checks of the potassium level are required in patients with kidney failure and with creatinine clearance below 60 ml/min per.

Question 6

What are the 3 types of diuretics?

Accepted Answer

Loop-acting diuretics, Potassium-sparing diuretics and Thiazide diuretics are three types of diuretics available for the treatment of oedema (fluid overload).

Question 7

Is green tea a diuretic?

Accepted Answer

Yes, anything that increases the production of urine is known as 'Diuretic'. Green tea contains a little amount of caffeine and has a diuretic effect that increases the volume of urine formation. Drinking too much green tea increases your urge to urinate.

Question 8

How will I know that I am having oedema?

Accepted Answer

If your leg (foot, ankle) or any other body's part swelling, you need to visit any physician or cardiologist who could perform an ultrasound examination of your leg veins and an ultrasound of your heart (echocardiogram-ECG).

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