Feb 23, 2023 · Furosemide is a 'water tablet' (a diuretic). It is best taken in the morning. Any side-effects are usually mild, but can include feeling sick (nausea) or dizzy.

Aug 12, 2018 · Dear Forum, In 2012 my then GP prescribed me Amlodipine 5 mg for my high blood pressure, which reduced my systolic blood pressure to around 140 Hgmm. In 2013 I was …

Mar 3, 2025 · Bisoprolol is a beta-blocker that slows down the activity of your heart by stopping messages sent by some nerves to your heart.

Jun 19, 2025 · Peripheral oedema results from soft-tissue swelling due to accumulation of interstitial fluid. Resource for peripheral oedema causes, symptoms and treatment.

Nov 17, 2024 · Potassium-sparing diuretics are a type of diuretic. They are often prescribed in combination with thiazides or loop diuretics, to prevent hypokalaemia.

Feb 2, 2025 · Arterial blood gas normal values are blood pH with normal range 7.35 to 7.45, blood carbon dioxide level (PaCO2 level) with normal range 4.7 to 6.5 KPa.

Feb 1, 2025 · Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker. It is also called an angiotensin-II receptor antagonist, or an AIIRA. You will have been prescribed losartan for one of the …

Feb 4, 2025 · Magnesium Disorders include Hypomagnesaemia and Hypermagnesaemia. Read about specific Magnesium Disorders including causes and treatment. Written by a GP.

Oct 24, 2024 · A medicine's expiry date is the latest date the medicine is guaranteed to work and be safe - but not all medicines stop working on the day they expire.

Dec 16, 2024 · Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) causes short episodes of intense dizziness when you move your head in certain directions. Written by a GP.