Check labels on food packages for sodium. Take with food to prevent stomach upset. Avoid taking the medication with those foods or alcoholic beverages that tend to bother your stomach. Avoid taking the medication with the kinds of foods or alcoholic beverages which tend to irritate your stomach. Avoid alcohol because it can add to the possibility of stomach upset.
Diuretics increase the elimination of water, sodium and chloride from the body.
Loss of potassium, calcium, and magnesium occurs with some diuretics. Your doctor may prescribe a potassium supplement. With some diuretics, potassium loss is less significant. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist. Check labels on food packages for sodium.