Soaanz Approved for Edema With Heart Failure, Renal Disease
Soaanz is a loop diuretic with an extended duration of action lasting approximately 6 to 8 hours.
Edema
Severe Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Following HCTZ Administration
“One of the most commonly prescribed antihypertensives, HCTZ is associated with rare cases of pulmonary edema, which typically develop within minutes to hours of the initial dose of the medication,” the study authors stated.
Labeling Mix-Up Prompts Recall of HCTZ Bottles That May Contain Another Diuretic
To date, there have been no reports of any adverse events related to this recall.
Many AKI Reports in FAERS Linked to Drugs Not Recognized as Nephrotoxic
According to the authors, this is the first study to identify medications most commonly reported for a specific adverse reaction using this database.
FDA-Approved Spironolactone Oral Suspension Now Available
First FDA-approved oral liquid dosage form of the potassium-sparing diuretic spironolactone.
New Cardiovascular Safety Warnings Added to All NSAIDs
The lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible should be used to minimize the potential risk.
Par Approved for Generic Sodium Edecrin
Par Pharmaceuticals announced that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Ethacrynate Sodium for Injection, the first generic version of Aton Pharma’s Sodium Edecrin.
HCTZ Bottles Recalled After Discovery of Blood Thinner Tablet
Unichem Pharmaceuticals issued a voluntary nationwide recall of Hydrochlorothiazide 25mg tablets after the discovery of a Clopidogrel tablet in a bottle.
One in Three Prefer Earlier Death to Daily Pill
One of three survey respondents rejected the idea even if it meant a shorter life
Spironolactone + Antibiotic Combo May Up Sudden Death Risk
Taking spironolactone alongside the antibiotic trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole can cause blood potassium to rise to potentially life-threatening levels.
