Furosemide and amiloride are commonly prescribed medications used to treat conditions related to fluid retention and high blood pressure. Furosemide, a loop diuretic, helps the body eliminate excess salt and water, making it effective in managing conditions such as edema (fluid buildup) and congestive heart failure. Amiloride, on the other hand, is a potassium-sparing diuretic that works to balance potassium levels while reducing sodium retention, often prescribed alongside furosemide to prevent potassium depletion. Together, these medications help regulate blood pressure and alleviate symptoms associated with conditions like heart failure and hypertension.
Oedema, Prompt Diuresis Where Potassium Conservation Is Important:
Adults: 1-2 Tab In The Morning. Elderly, Adjust Ac-cording To Renal Function, Response, And Electrolyte Levels.
Children: Not Recommended.
Content
Tab: Furosemide 40mg, Amiloride Hci 5mg.
Pregnancy
Risk Cannot Be Ruled Out.
Stability
Loop Diuretic
Potassium Sparing
Contra Indications
Severe Or Progressive Renal Failure, Addison's Disease, Anuria, Comatose Or Precomatose States Associated With Liver Cirrhosis, Dehydration, Hyperkalaemia, Hypovolaemia, Severe Hypokalaemia, Severe Hyponatraemia, Electrolyte Imbalance.
Precautions
Severe Or Progressive Renal Failure, Addison's Disease, Anuria, Comatose Or Precomatose States Associated With Liver Cirrhosis, Dehydration, Hyperkalaemia, Hypovolaemia, Severe Hypokalaemia, Severe Hyponatraemia, Electrolyte Imbalance.
Lactation
Contraindicated or Not Recommended.
Side Effects
Agranulocytosis
Anaphylaxis
Aplastic Anaemia
Blood Disorders
Bone Marrow Depression (discontinue)
Confusion
Deafness
Eosinophilia
Gi Disturbances
Gout
Haemolytic Anaemia
Hepatic Encephalopathy
Hyperglycaemia
Hyperuricaemia
Hypocalcaemia
Hypokalaemia
Hypomagnesaemia
Hyponatraemia
Hypotension
Intrahepatic Cholestasis
Leucopenia
Metabolic Alkalosis Or Acidosis
Pancreatitis
Paraesthesia
Photosensitivity
Purpura
Stevens-johnson Syndrome
Temporary Increase In Serum Cholesterol And Triglyceride Concentrations