Diuretics are a class of medications commonly known as "water pills." There are several different classes of diuretics, each of which works differently in the kidneys to help rid the body of extra ...

Most accepted pharmacologic treatments for heart failure are supported by evidence from large clinical trials. In contrast, evidence from large, well-controlled clinical trials to guide the use of ...

Caffeine is a diuretic and dehydration is possible if you have 5 cups or more of a caffeinated drink every day. It’s still a good idea to drink at least 8 glasses of water no matter how much coffee ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Acute and chronic HF are associated with sodium retention leading to volume overload and edema. Much of the ...

Diuretics can help your body flush out excess fluid. Natural options include dandelion, asparagus, green or black tea, and certain herbs. Share on Pinterest Getty Images If you’re bloated, have ...

We used data collected from patients admitted to collaborating hospitals in Boston, New York, Philadelphia and Baltimore from 1976 through 2007. Since 1997, the study has been conducted solely in ...

Maybe you ate way too much on your vacation last week. Maybe you haven’t been as *ahem* regular as you normally are. Maybe it’s just that time of the month. Whatever it is, you’re swollen and puffy ...

Drinking alcohol can have a diuretic effect by inhibiting an antidiuretic hormone called vasopressin. Without vasopressin, the bladder fills up more rapidly, causing frequent urination. Alcohol is a ...