You might see more cases of gout
October 2003
You might see more cases of gout now that thiazide diuretics are being used more for high blood pressure.
Thiazides and loop diuretics INCREASE uric acid levels by DECREASING excretion...and sometimes lead to gout.
If this occurs, the diuretic should be stopped if possible.
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