Baltimore, MD - Potassium-sparing diuretics may reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease (AD) by up to 70%, a new study suggests [1]. The Cache County Study, a large, prospective, epidemiologic ...

It has been suggested that high blood pressure might increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease (AD). Some studies have indicated that antihypertensive drugs might reduce this risk.

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A study from researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania found the risk of ...

FDA-approved option for adult and pediatric patients available in 15 mM per 5 mL, 45 mM per 15 mL and 150 mM per 50 mL presentations LAKE ZURICH, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fresenius Kabi announced today ...

Over time, the retention of sodium leads to crackles, peripheral edema, hepatomegaly with ascites, increased blood volume, and increased cardiac filling pressures. Although diuretics do not directly ...

A health explainer details how specific foods and beverages interact with blood pressure therapy, emphasizing safety implications. It outlines interactions between grapefruit and calcium channel ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 91-year-old man with swollen legs. I take 20 mg of furosemide and 20 mEq of Klor-Con daily. I understand that the Klor-Con is to replace the potassium loss caused by the former.

Potassium (as chloride) 10mEq, 20mEq. Hyperkalemia. Chronic renal disease. Acute dehydration. Heat cramps. Severe tissue destruction. Adrenal insufficiency. Familial periodic paralysis. Acidosis ...