Q-2. Which of the following statements is not true about diuretics? (NEET Based)
a) Acetazolamide is a carbonic acid anhydrase stimulant
b) Thiazides act on cortical diluting segment of nephron
c) Furosemide is a high ceiling diuretic
d) Spironolactone is an aldosterone antagonist
Answer: Acetazolamide is a carbonic acid anhydrase stimulant
Explanation:
See above explanation.
Important point:
Acetazolamide is a sulfonamide derivative and acts by non-competitive but reversible inhibition of enzyme.