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www.ahajournals.org/doi/abs/10.1... not directly relevant but in this study from 1960s, increasing furosemide dose increased antihypertensive effect even when diuresis did not increase. Doesn't say infusion has any less effect but does make me wonder
Antihypertensive Properties of Furosemide | Circulation
The antihypertensive properties of single doses of furosemide were evaluated in 113 patients. Doses over 120 mg consistently produced a fall in arterial pressure whereas smaller doses did not. Thus 20...
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November 10, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Thanks for sharing. Great to read the actual paper having seen it referenced a few times (usually claiming it supports S-shaped on/off pharmacodynamics). Table 2 is relatable chaos of diuretic prescribing
September 8, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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Measuring BP over a sweater sleeve? As accurate as the optimal method!
But using a non-validated device or leaving the arm unsupported? Expect higher readings than what’s actually seen on awake ABPM.

Underpowered pilot study, so hoping to confirm this in larger trials soon!
July 17, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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June 20, 2025 at 6:46 AM