The drugs ethacrynic acid (Edecrin) and furosemide (Lasix) are examples of which category of diuretic drugs?
A) carbonic anhydrase inhibitor diuretic drugs
B) loop diuretic drugs
C) potassium chloride drugs
D) potassium-sparing diuretic drugs
Answer: B
A) These drugs are not carbonic anhydrase inhibitor diuretic drugs.
C) Potassium chloride drugs are not diuretic drugs.
D) These drugs are not potassium-sparing diuretic drugs.
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