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Medications of Heart Failure: Diuretics
By making you urinate more often, Diuretics help remove fluid that can accumulate in the feet, ankles, legs or abdomen (stomach). Forgetting to take a dose of these medicines may cause swelling of these parts of the body or shortness of breath when lying down or during physical activity.
The most commonly used diuretics are hydrochlorothiazide and furosemide (Lasix).
Prolonged use of diuretics may result in the body to lose potassium and cause other problems. To monitor the levels of these substances is necessary blood tests.
To replace potassium in the body is likely to recommend: Read the rest of this entry »
Medications of Heart Failure: Converting Enzyme Inhibitors
Converting enzyme inhibitors (“ACE inhibitors”).
It has been shown that these medications allow patients with heart failure live better and longer. Inhibitors relax blood vessels and help improve the heartbeat. Some patients have to wait several weeks to feel the benefits.
Depending on initial diagnosis and assessment, it is possible that these drugs are the first to be prescribed. Depending on your symptoms, you may be prescribed diuretics and digital at the same time, or to be added later.
The converting enzyme inhibitors used in the treatment of heart failure are captopril, enalapril, lisinopril and quinapril. Probably in the future be used other drugs of this type for heart failure. Read the rest of this entry »
Side Effects of Heart Failure Medications
Any medication can have unwanted effects. If the medicines you take for your condition will cause any side effects, it is important that you tell your doctor or nurse immediately. They can help prevent or alleviate the effects bothersome. If the initially prescribed medications are not effective, there are alternatives.
Ask your doctor or nurse about the side effects that can result from consuming their drugs and:
- Take medications prescribed by a doctor for other illnesses or health problems.
- Taking medicines you buy without a prescription, such as aspirin, antacids, cold medicines and other remedies.
- Eating certain foods. Read the rest of this entry »
Treatment of Heart Failure: Medications
Taking medications as prescribed is an important part of treatment for heart failure. Depending on your symptoms and diagnosis, your doctor may start treatment with one drug and add others over time. Sometimes, treatment will begin with the use of two or more drugs.
It may take several days or weeks before finding the medication or dose (amount) if appropriate. Be patient and work with your doctor to find:
- Appropriate drugs.
- Suitable doses of each drug.
- Best time of day to take each medication. Read the rest of this entry »
Control of Heart Failure
To control heart failure, the patient must carefully follow the instructions and advice of your doctor. They can relieve symptoms and improve quality of life with the use of drugs and certain changes in the routine of life.
Work with your doctor and nurse to take the right decisions regarding their treatment and to set certain goals that may help maintain a full life.
The plan includes controlling your condition:
- Drugs.
- Diet.
- Daily activities.
- Exercise.
- Habits and lifestyle.
- Support from family members. Read the rest of this entry »
What is Heart Failure?
Heart failure means your heart has a reduced ability to pump blood. Although the heart is still beating, their reduced ability to pump blood results in the body receives less nutrients and oxygen it needs. The patient will have difficulty walking or climbing stairs carrying things. Probably feel short of breath (air), because the body does not have enough oxygen to function normally. Read the rest of this entry »
Symptoms and Complications of Sleep Apnea Disease
Unfortunately, most people who make sleep apnea are not aware of their condition. It is believed that more than 10 million Americans suffer from Symptoms and Complications of Sleep Apnea Disease.
The American Sleep Apnea Foundation has developed a simple questionnaire to help a person to determine if she suffers from sleep apnea. If you answer “yes” to any of these questions, consult your doctor:
* Do you snore very often?
* Do you feel tired and groggy on awakening?
* Are you often sleepy during the day?
* Do you suffer from obesity?
* Have you ever been told that you choke, you breathe hard or you hold your breath when you sleep? Ask your partner. Read the rest of this entry »