Bumex - Bumetanide - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

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

Usage Instructions

• Take with food or milk to reduce stomach upset.
• If this medication is used in the late afternoon or evening, you may need to urinate during the night.
• Consult your doctor regarding your dosing schedule.

Possible Side Effects

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

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

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

Bumex Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 - 86 degrees F (15 - 30 degrees C) away from moisture and light.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Bumex Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.

Read Before Using Bumex (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Warning

• This drug is a strong "water pill" (diuretic).
• 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.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take 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.

Medicinal Applications

• Bumetanide is a "water pill" (diuretic).
• It decreases the amount of water retained in the body by increasing urination.
• It is used to treat fluid retention in the lungs or swelling of the hands or feet (edema) or high blood pressure (hypertension).

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.