Dyrenium - Triamterene - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Dyrenium.
• Dyrenium
• try-AM-TER-een

Warning

• This medication can raise your body's potassium levels.
• This is more likely to occur in people with kidney problems, diabetes, in elderly patients, or if the patient is severely ill.
• Potassium levels must be closely monitored in people with any of these problems or illnesses.
• If not treated, very high potassium levels can be fatal.
• If you develop any of the following symptoms, notify your doctor immediately.

Read Before Using Dyrenium (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, weakness, and lightheadedness.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose.
• Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double- up" the dose to catch up.

Dyrenium Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• It may harm them.

Dyrenium Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Inform your doctor about all the medicines you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially if you take.

Usage Instructions

• Take with food or milk or after meals to minimize stomach upset.
• Take this drug exactly as prescribed.
• Do not skip doses or increase the dose without your doctor's approval.
• Because this drug may increase urination, avoid taking a dose right before bedtime.
• This medication may increase your potassium levels.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using potassium-containing products such as salt substitutes or potassium supplements.
• Ask about eating potassium-containing foods (for example, bananas, potatoes).

Medicinal Applications

• This drug is a "water pill" (diuretic).
• It reduces the amount of water and sodium retained by the body.
• It is used to lower blood pressure and to treat fluid retention (edema).

Possible Side Effects

• This drug may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, lack of energy and dry mouth.
• Notify your doctor if these effects persist or worsen.
• This medication may also increase sensitivity to the sun.
• Inform your doctor if you develop.