Side effect(s) of Ethacrynic Acid

Last Updated on Dec 27, 2022

Review the side-effects of Ethacrynic Acid as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Gastrointestinal - Loss of appetite, uneasiness, abdominal discomfort or pain, difficulty in swallowing, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

   Metabolic - Reversible elevated uric acid and acute gout and decrease in blood sugar.

   Blood - Decrease in blood cell counts.

   Eye and ENT - Deafness, ringing in the ear, unsteadiness and blurred vision.

   Central Nervous System - Headache, fatigue, fearness and confusion.

   Miscellaneous - Skin rash, fever, chills and blood in urine.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Ethacrynic Acid

Ethacrynic Acid(Edecrin) generic is a loop diuretic, prescribed for fluid retention caused by heart, liver and severe kidney problems. It helps the kidney to get rid of unwanted water and salt from the body into the urine.