Uses of Amiloride+Frusemide

The combination of Amiloride+Frusemide is used in the management of extra build-up of water in the body.

Therapeutic Category

Amiloride+Frusemide: Diuretics

How Amiloride+Frusemide works

Amiloride+Frusemide effectively stops extra build-up of water in the body by acting on different parts of the kidney and promoting water excretion. It inhibits certain system (sodium-potassium-chloride cotransporters) which results in increased excretion of water with some salts. It also has a potassium-sparring effect and reduces the amount of potassium excretion from the body.

Common side effects of Amiloride+Frusemide

• Muscle cramps
• Weakness
• Skin rash
• Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
• Headache
• Diarrhoea, constipation
• Loss of appetite
• Blurred vision
• Numbness or tingling sensation

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor, if you experience:

• Severe allergic reactions (signs include shock such as difficulty in breathing, cold clammy skin, pale skin colour and racing heartbeat)
• Severe stomach or back pain (signs of pancreatitis)
• Bruising more easily, getting more infections, feeling weak or tired more than usual
• Dehydration or body chemical changes (signs include increased thirst, headache, feeling dizzy or light-headed, fainting, confusion, muscle or joint pains or weakness, cramps or spasms, stomach upsets or uneven heartbeats)
• Signs of liver problems (yellowing of the skin or eyes and dark urine) and in severe cases it may cause liver encephalopathy symptoms to include forgetfulness, fits, mood changes and coma
• Inflammation of the kidney (signs include swollen ankles or high blood pressure)
• Stevens-johnson syndrome (signs include Blistering or peeling of the skin around the lips, eyes, mouth, nose and genitals, flu-like symptoms and fever)
• Epidermal necrolysis (signs include skin layer may peel off to leave large areas of raw exposed skin all over the body)
• Acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis (signs include skin becoming red with swollen areas covered in numerous small pustules)

Health Tips for Amiloride+Frusemide

• Always take Amiloride+Frusemide as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Do not exceed the recommended dosage. It may be taken with or without food. Do not skip doses or stop taking them without consulting your doctor
• Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Amiloride+Frusemide, as it can enhance certain side effects
• Drink an adequate amount of water unless your healthcare provider
• Attend regular check-ups with your healthcare provider to monitor your health
• Inform your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
• Amiloride+Frusemide is not recommended for use in pregnant or planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding women