A Drug is Classified as a Diuretic.Most Likely,the Drug

Question

A drug is classified as a diuretic.Most likely,the drug A) decreases the GFR. B) blocks the tubular reabsorption of Na⁺. C) activates the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. D) causes the release of ADH.

Accepted Answer

Diuretics are drugs that increase urine production by blocking the tubular reabsorption of certain electrolytes, such as sodium, and/or increasing the filtration rate in the kidney. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. Options A, C, and D are not associated with diuretics.