What Are the Side Effects of Diuretics?
Like any drug, diuretics come with potential side effects. They include: • Frequent urination. This may last for several hours after a dose. • Arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm) • Electrolyte abnormalities — Blood test monitoring of electrolytes is important before and during drug use. • Extreme tiredness or weakness. These effects should decrease as your body adjusts to the medication. Call your doctor if these symptoms persist. • Muscle cramps or weakness. Be sure that you are taking your potassium supplement correctly, if prescribed. Contact your doctor if these symptoms persist. • Dizziness, lightheadedness. Try rising more slowly when getting up from a lying or sitting position. • Blurred vision, confusion, headache, increased perspiration (sweating), and restlessness. If these effects are persistent or severe, contact your doctor. • Dehydration. Signs include dizziness, extreme thirst, excessive dryness of the mouth, decreased urine output, dark-colored urine, or constipation. I
