Bumetanide - Bumetanide - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Bumetanide.
• Bumex
• byou-MET-uh-nide

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially of.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is given by injection into a muscle (IM) or by vein (IV) in persons unable to use oral medication.
• Use this drug exactly as directed, along with all other prescribed medications and diets.
• Do not increase your dose, use this more often than prescribed or stop using this drug without consulting your doctor.
• The dosage is adjusted according to your response and condition being treated.
• The product should be checked for particles or discoloration before use.

Bumetanide Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Read Before Using Bumetanide (precautions)

• Before using this drug, tell your doctor your medical history, including.

Warning

• This is a powerful fluid-reducing drug.
• Using too much of this drug can lead to serious water and mineral loss.
• Therefore, it is important you be monitored by your doctor.
• Promptly notify your doctor if you become very thirsty, have a dry mouth, become confused, or develop muscle cramps/weakness.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include dry mouth, dizziness, excessive urination followed by a decrease in amount of urine, muscle cramps, weakness, and weak or irregular heartbeat.

Medicinal Applications

• Bumetanide is a diuretic that decreases the amount of water retained in the body by increasing urination.
• Bumetanide is used to treat edema (fluid retention and swelling especially of the hands, feet and lungs caused by heart failure or kidney, liver and other diseases).

Bumetanide Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory tests will be performed to monitor the use of this drug.

Possible Side Effects

• Headache and nausea infrequently might occur.
• If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
• Unlikely but report promptly.

Other Medicinal Applications

• This drug may also be used for high blood pressure or to aid in clearing toxic drugs from the body.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, consult your doctor or pharmacist to establish a new dosing schedule promptly.