Which diuretic can cause metabolic acidosis?
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Correct answer: Acetazolamide
Acetazolamide inhibits carbonic anhydrase, reducing bicarbonate reabsorption in the proximal tubule. This can lead to metabolic acidosis due to bicarbonate loss.
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