Diuretics for Ménière's disease
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Diuretics for Ménière's disease
The cause of Ménière's disease is unknown, but it may be related to a fluid imbalance in the inner ear. This fluid (endolymph) is contained in a part of the inner ear called the endolymphatic sac.
Eliminating excess fluid in the body may help prevent the buildup of fluid in the inner ear and reduce the possibility of an attack of vertigo. This may be done by using medicines that cause the body to lose water (diuretics) and by eating a diet low in sodium (a component of salt). This treatment helps about three-fourths of people with Ménière's disease.
Commonly prescribed diuretics are furosemide (such as Lasix) and hydrochlorothiazide (such as Esidrix). Possible side effects of diuretics include weakness, cramps, nausea, or sensitivity to sunlight (especially for furosemide).
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| Author | Monica Rhodes |
| Editor | Kathleen M. Ariss, MS |
| Editor | Maria Essig |
| Associate Editor | Pat Truman, MATC |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Barrie J. Hurwitz, MD - Neurology |
| Last Updated | October 20, 2008 |
| Last updated: | October 20, 2008 |
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| Author: | Monica Rhodes |
| Reviewed By: | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine, Barrie J. Hurwitz, MD - Neurology |
| Editors: | Maria Essig, Pat Truman, MATC |
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