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Sebastiano A G Lava1,2,3, Chiara Zollinger4, Hassib Chehade5

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This review provides a comprehensive overview of diuretic medications for pediatric patients. It covers their uses, how they work, side effects, and new developments in pediatric diuretic therapy.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nephrology
  • Clinical Pharmacology

Background:

  • Diuretics are essential medications for managing various pediatric conditions, including kidney disease and heart failure.
  • These drugs increase water and sodium excretion to alleviate fluid overload.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a didactic overview of diuretics in pediatric practice.
  • To guide clinicians in selecting appropriate diuretic regimens for children.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on diuretic indications, mechanisms, and pharmacokinetics in children.
  • Discussion of novel diuretic classes, controversies, and resistance management.

Main Results:

  • Comprehensive summary of established diuretic classes (osmotic, carboanhydrase inhibitors, loop, thiazides, potassium-sparing).
  • Exploration of newer agents like vaptans and SGLT2 inhibitors.
  • Discussion of hydrochlorothiazide controversies and diuretic resistance.

Conclusions:

  • This educational review offers a didactical overview of diuretics in Pediatrics.
  • Supports clinicians in understanding and applying diuretic therapy in pediatric patients.