What is the primary action of the diuretic furosemide? A) Decreased reabsorption of sodium and water B) Decreased reabsorption of H⁺ in the tubules C) Increased secretion of antidiuretic hormone D) Inhibition of renin

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Furosemide is a loop diuretic that works by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium, chloride, and water in the loop of Henle in the kidneys. By doing so, it increases the amount of urine produced and decreases the amount of fluid in the body. B, C and D are incorrect as they describe actions that are not associated with furosemide.

What Is the Primary Action of the Diuretic Furosemide