Study examines loop diuretic use and fractures in postmenopausal women

The use of loop diuretics does not appear to be associated with changes in bone mineral density, falls or fractures in postmenopausal women, according to a report in the January 26 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. However, prolonged use of loop diuretics may increase fracture risk in this group.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news152214956.html">Study examines loop diuretic use and fractures in postmenopausal women</a></p> <p>The use of loop diuretics does not appear to be associated with changes in bone mineral density, falls or fractures in postmenopausal women, according to a report in the January 26 issue of <I>Archives of Internal Medicine</I>, one of the <I>JAMA/Archives</I> journals. However, prolonged use of loop diuretics may increase fracture risk in this group.</p>