Question 1

why is edecrin (ethacrynic acid) so expensive?

Accepted Answer

Supply / demand: Few folks take Ethacrynic Acid any more. Perhaps your physician can suggest a cheaper diuretic.

Question 2

what is a less expensive alternative to edecrin (ethacrynic acid)?

Accepted Answer

Options based on you: Edecrin (ethacrynic acid) is a type of medication that helps kidneys get rid of salt water, a diuretic. Edecrin (ethacrynic acid) is often prescribed to patients with sulfa allergies and fluid retention or high blood pressure. The possible allergy to other medications is the most common reason to try this medication. If it is too expensive and you have not had a severe reaction to the other diuretics talk to your doctor about trying.

Question 3

does being in the sunlight cause a reaction with edecrin (ethacrynic acid)?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Edecrin is the only loop diuretic that is not sulfa based ( lasix, (furosemide) bumex, torsemide, ). The sulfa based drugs can cause a red rash in sunlight.  Edecrin typically does not have this reaction in the sun.  Beware of long term exposure since the drug is more associated with hearing loss than the other drugs in its class.

Question 4

help can being in the sunlight cause an adverse reaction with edecrin (ethacrynic acid)?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: edecrin (ethacrynic acid) is a diuretic and if you are in the sun further dehydration could occur

Question 5

is peracetic acid safe to apply?

Accepted Answer

No not safe harmfull: It can cause harm to skin, eyes and respiratory systm and can cause asthma in some individuals.

Question 6

how bad is taking the drug acid?

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Psychologic  effect: By acid, I assume you mean LSD.  LSD can produce psychological effects and altered sense of reality.  Remember the Beatles song Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds? The song is reportedly describes the effects of LSD.  While it is not physically additive, using LSD on a regular basis, the hallucinogenic effect of drug can make it difficult for the user to have any normal sense of reality.  So avoid use.

Question 7

when are acid levels highest and lowest?

Accepted Answer

PH: The ph of your blood is tightly regulated at all times. Only in severe disease states such as sepsis should the ph be altered.

Question 8

could it be bad to have too much acid in your body?

Accepted Answer

Acidosis: Yes but need more information. 
recommend you google this.

Question 9

please tell me, could acid completly disolve a body?

Accepted Answer

Why do you ask?: Human tissues can be disolved in certain acids / chemicals over a period of time.

Question 10

does milk neutralise acid?

Accepted Answer

Milk coats acid: Milk helps acid reflux by coating the esophagus and stomach, providing some protection against acid. The calcium and bicarbonates (sodium bicarbonate) in milk also help to neutralize the acids in the stomach.

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