Bumetanide Benefits & Uses

Bumetanide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Edema

Other Benefits

Swelling

Bumetanide Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Edema Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Edema Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Edema Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.1 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Edema Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.1 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Bumetanide Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bumetanide is used -

Severe

Loss of consciousness

Mild

Dizziness
Muscle cramps or spasms (painful)
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Urticaria
Rash
Vertigo
Fatigue
Dyspepsia

Bumetanide Related Warnings

Is the use of Bumetanide safe for pregnant women?

Bumetanide can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Bumetanide right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Bumetanide safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Bumetanide. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Bumetanide on the Kidneys?

Bumetanide has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Bumetanide on the Liver?

Bumetanide has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Bumetanide on the Heart?

Bumetanide has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Bumetanide with Other Drugs

Bumetanide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Amikacin

Fentanyl

Mild

Aripiprazole

Bumetanide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bumetanide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Gout
Electrolyte Imbalance

Frequently asked Questions about Bumetanide

Is this Bumetanide habit forming or addictive?

Bumetanide is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Bumetanide, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Bumetanide can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Bumetanide only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Bumetanide in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Bumetanide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bumetanide

Taking Bumetanide with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Bumetanide

Taking alcohol with Bumetanide can be dangerous.

Severe