Information about Furosemide and Amiloride

Generic Name : Furosemide and Amiloride
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Furosemide and Amiloride are provided here.

Pronunciation : Am-il-or-ride hi-droh-clor-ride- Few-roh-sem-mide

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Furosemide and Amiloride, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y52.5 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Hypertensives

Trade Names/Brand Names of Furosemide and Amiloride

India :

Amifru, Amimide, Exna-K, Frumil, Lasiride.

International :

Frumil.

Why is Furosemide and Amiloride Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication contains diuretics, prescribed for hypertention and fluid retention.

When should Furosemide and Amiloride not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with kidney disease, unable to urinate, high potassium levels and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Furosemide and Amiloride?

Adult: PO- HTN; Oedema: Per tab contains furosemide 40 mg and amiloride 5 mg: 1-2 tabs/day.

How should Furosemide and Amiloride be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Furosemide and Amiloride?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, heart disease, cirrhosis or other liver disease, breathing disorder, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Furosemide and Amiloride?

Central Nervous System - Blurred vision, dizziness, headache, fatigue.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, liver dysfunction.
Metabolic - Increased blood sugar, dry mouth, raised blood levels of glucose, reduced levels of K and magnesium, raised CPK levels.
Heart - Low blood pressure.
Skin - Photosensitivity.
Genitourinary - Impotence.