Gout & Diuretics

Hi,
It has been a while since I have posted with a question, because I have been
finding good info just through reading, and have no real experiences to
share.
For the benefit of newbies to the list, I am a member on behalf of my man,
Rick, who has gout.
NOW my question...Rick is on Lasix (diuretic), which we now know may be
contributing, at least in part, to some of his symptoms. Well, he can't
really stop taking it, I guess..as it is medically necissary. SO, what does
he do in the meantime? Are there other diuretics that do not aggrivate
gout? Or will his dietary changes, and maybe taking a med for the gout
counterbalance the "bad" done by the diuretic?
Any suggestions?
Marie

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1 Responses to Gout & Diuretics

  1. rebeca100 on 2006-08-25 01:21:52.074153

    Dear Marie, Can your husband be perscribed another type of diuretic
    other than lasix/ I have high blood pressure & am taking a beta
    blocker (lopressor) & a new diuretic Demadex. I SEEM to be ok with my
    gout on this combination, so far. When I get twinges I take cherry
    juice. Good luck, Brenda

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