Hypertensive Emergency - what mechanism of action of diazoxide and and what its frequenty use?

9 Sep 2010

Hello,

Mechanism of Action
Activates potassium channels. Inhibits insulin release from the pancreas.-

Frequent and Serious

Sodium and fluid retention is most common in young infants and in adults and may precipitate congestive heart failure in patients with compromised cardiac reserve. It usually responds to diuretic therapy.-

I hope I have been of help.-

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