.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.C_CardiovascularSystem.C03C_HighCeilingDiuretics.C03CC01_EtacrynicAcid.EtacrynicAcid

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name:EtacrynicAcid
ATC code:C03CC01
route:oral
n-compartments1

Etacrynic acid is a loop diuretic of the aryloxyacetic acid class, used primarily for the treatment of edema associated with heart failure, cirrhosis, and renal disease. It is less commonly used today due to its side effect profile and availability of safer alternatives, but remains an option for patients with sulfonamide allergies.

Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetics reported in healthy adults after oral administration.

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