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Diuretics

Diuretics


Diuretics are used to control edema. Edema is defined as an accumulation of an excessive amount of watery fluid in cells, tissues or serous cavities (such as the abdomen). Pulmonary hypertension can lead to right heart failure and edema of the lower and upper extremities and acites (edema in the abdomen). Also, edema can be caused by high-dose calcium channel blockers. Diuretics will cause frequent urination.