Bumetanide
Bumex (bumetanide) is a potent loop diuretic used to treat fluid retention (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disorders. It works by helping the kidneys remove excess salt and water from the body through increased urination.
Bumex is a prescription loop diuretic used to reduce fluid buildup in patients with heart, liver, or kidney disease.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 203538
- Generic
- Bumex
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Treatment of edema associated with congestive heart failure, hepatic cirrhosis, and renal disease including nephrotic syndrome. May also be used for hypertension in certain cases.
Bumetanide inhibits the sodium-potassium-chloride cotransporter (NKCC2) in the thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle, blocking reabsorption of sodium, chloride, and potassium. This results in increased excretion of water, sodium, chloride, and other electrolytes.
May cause electrolyte imbalances (especially low potassium), dehydration, and hearing problems with high doses. Patients with sulfonamide allergy may also be allergic to Bumex. Blood pressure and electrolyte levels should be monitored during treatment. Avoid alcohol and limit sun exposure while taking this medication.
Official drug label
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