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Infant Data
Results
MEDICAL INFORMATIONS
INDICATIONS
- Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD): May improve pulmonary function in patients with BPD.
- Edema and Hypertension: Diuretic used in treating both mild to moderate edema and mild to moderate hypertension. Effects increased when used in combination with furosemide or spironolactone.
- Heart Failure: In neonates with pulmonary hypertension, supportive care with diuretics may be used cautiously for signs of right-sided heart failure.
ADVERSE EFFECTS
Hypokalemia and other electrolyte abnormalities. Hyperglycemia. Hyperuricemia. Do not use in patients with significant impairment of renal or hepatic function.
MONITORING
Serum electrolytes, calcium, phosphorus, and glucose; urine output and blood pressure.