Last Friday I started taking "water tablets" and have noticed I've lost about 6lb since then. Is that normal when just starting to use them as prescribed by GP?I'm assuming most if fluid loss?
Thoughts anyone.
Also my betablockers were increased from 1.5mgs to 2.5mgs.
This happened to me after taking Spironolactone .I lost masses of water from my legs and thighs overnight. It was unbelievable but the fluid had gone and did not come back.I do not know if this a common occurance.
Thank you
6lb is a lot in 2 days but it would depend on how much fluid you were retaining, the diuretic you're taking and dosage. It is very common to lose weight when you start on diuretics as you're removing the fluid, this should level out once you're no longer retaining fluid. My husband has to weigh himself daily and if he puts on 2kg in 2 days he has to notify his nurse so she can adjust his medication
But if you're really concerned I would speak to your medical team.
Thank you
;"water pills" help your kidneys remove more water from your blood, this is then peed out - this is why you may have noticed that you need to pee more than you did before taking them - some people adjust the time at which they take them to avoid inconvenient dashes to the toilet!
1 fuid oz of water weigh 1 oz, so 1pint (20 fluid oz) of water weighs 1lb 4 oz, so every extra bit of water you wee means you lose an extra big of weight
the reduced volume of water circulating in your blood is meant to reduce the work the heart has to do, so this is often aimed at helping to control your blood pressure
but it is important to keep enough water to maintain the right balance of electrolytes in your body so if is important to stick to the dose prescribed and not use the pills as a quick weight loss strategy
if I recall correctly a weight loss of around 1K a day initially is within normal limits, but it may be helpful to check with your pharmacist - some doctors recommend daily weighing at first: first thing in the morning, after peeing but before food or drink, wearing the same or no clothes
you may also need to pay more attention to staying hydrated in hot weather
Thank you. That was so helpful! Much appreciated
Informative reply. Just been prescribed Furosemide for odema in ankles and lower legs. Dr didn't say anything about weighing my self but it would be interesting to do so. He did say to drink litre and a half of water, which I thought was rather defeating the object, but am now drinking a glass of water every time I take my various pills through out the day as per instructions.
The GP or Pharmacist didn't mention to me about how much fluids to take in.But I will take notice of what you were advised and drink a bit more fluids.
the fluid recomendations vary according to the reason for taking the diuretics - your doctor should make clear wether or not you should limit your fluid intake
it may be helpful to ask wether you doctor meant only 1.5l or at least 1.5l - some people are instructed to limit their fuid intake
Hello, can I just jump in and ask a question, I had a cardio appointments last Friday and have got to start water tablets I don't know which ones I haven't pick them up yet. What time of day is the best to take them and what is the common side effect, thank you.
I'd be interested to know that too
Usually the recommendation is to take them first thing in the morning and no later than noon in order to avoid disturbed nights. But, of course, your mileage may vary!
First thing in the morning as you pee a lot for first couple of hours at least.
In the morning- Ive been on butemide since heart surgery 5 yrs back but I find If im going anywhere I will get up earlier and take them to allow for toilet visits that with me are up to 3 hours after taking them. I walk in the countryside a lot and there isnt always a convienient hedgerow for us ladies!
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