What complications of diuretics should I talk to my doctor about?
ANSWER
If you have any of these, don't assume you need more fluids -- call your doctor or nurse.
Contact your doctor or nurse if you have any other symptoms that concern you.
- Fever, sore throat, cough, ringing in the ears, unusual bleeding or bruising, rapid and excessive weight loss: Contact your doctor right away.
- Skin rash: Stop taking the medication and contact your doctor right away.
- Loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, or muscle cramps: Be sure you’re taking your potassium supplement correctly, if you were prescribed one. Contact your doctor or nurse if these symptoms persist.
From: Heart Disease and Diuretics WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by James Beckerman on March 02, 2019
SOURCES:
HeartHealthyWomen.org: "Diuretics in Heart Failure."
MayoClinic.com: "Diuretics."
Texas Heart Institute: "Diuretics."
SOURCES:
HeartHealthyWomen.org: "Diuretics in Heart Failure."
MayoClinic.com: "Diuretics."
Texas Heart Institute: "Diuretics."
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