AMIFRU 40MG/5MG TAB

Overview

AMIFRU 40MG/5MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

AMIFRU 40MG/5MG TAB is composed of: FUROSEMIDE (40.0 MG), AMILORIDE (5.0 MG)

Furosemide is a potent loop diuretic (water pill) that prevents your body from absorbing too much salt, allowing the salt to instead be passed in your urine. Furosemide is also used on its own or together with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Furosemide treats fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, liver disease, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. Furosemide works by blocking the absorption of sodium, chloride, and water from the filtered fluid in the kidney tubules, causing a profound increase in the output of urine (diuresis).



Amiloride is a potassium sparing diuretic that prevents your body from absorbing too much salt and keeps your potassium levels from getting too low.
Amiloride is used to treat Hypokalemia in people with high blood pressure or congestive heart failure.

Usage

FUROSEMIDE is generally used to treat: Edema, Heart Failure, Hypertension, Stroke, Heart Attack
FUROSEMIDE can address symptoms like: Shortness Of Breath, Arms Swelling, Legs Swelling, Abdomen Swelling

AMILORIDE is generally used to treat: Congestive Heart Disease, Urinary Retention, Hypertension
AMILORIDE can address symptoms like: Chest Pain, Legs Swelling

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

AMIFRU 40MG/5MG TAB is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for AMIFRU 40MG/5MG TAB and its Constituents

• If you have any other allergies, this product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
• If you have diabetes, furosemide may affect your blood sugar. Check your blood sugar regularly as directed and share the results with your doctor.
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of kidney problems, liver problems, inability to make urine, gout, lupus.
• Furosemide may reduce the potassium level in your blood. Your doctor may instruct you to add potassium-rich foods to your diet (such as bananas, orange juice)
• This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. Limit your time in the sun. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors.
• This drug may make you dizzy or cause blurred vision. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness or clear vision until you are sure you can perform such activities safely.
• Babies born early (premature infants) and children may be more sensitive to certain effects of this drug, such as kidney stones.

Caution should be exercised in tha patients with history of diabetes, Heart disease, Cirrhosis and Breathing disorders.
It may cause Dizziness. Dont drive while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

FUROSEMIDE over-dosage can result in: Fainting, Weakness (generalized), Decreased Urination, Increased Thirst, Body Excessive Sweating, Hearing Loss
AMILORIDE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

FUROSEMIDE : Hypotension, Jaundice, Tinnitus, Pancreatitis, Nausea, Loose Motion, Abdomen Pain, Dizziness
AMILORIDE : Hypotension, Hyponatremia, Wheezing, Head Headache, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Agitation, Fever, Dizziness

Serious Side-Effects

FUROSEMIDE : Diarrhoea, Constipation, Face Swelling, Mouth Tingling, Difficulty Breathing, Chest Pain, Shortness Of Breath, Confusion, Weakness (generalized), Dry Mouth, Increased Thirst, Nausea, Vomit, Irregular Heartbeat, Abdomen Pain, Fever, Hearing Loss, Ringing In Ears, Lightheadedness, Dizziness, Fainting, Eyes Yellow Eyes
AMILORIDE : Hyperkalemia, Diarrhoea, Constipation, Constipation, Chills, Increased Sensitivity To Cold, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Loss Of Appetite, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Rare Side-Effects

FUROSEMIDE : Hypokalemia, Chest Pain, Chills, Cough, Fever, Fatigue (tiredness), Head Headache, Lower Back Pain, Pain With Urination, Shortness Of Breath, Throat Soreness, Tightness, Wheezing, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Loss Of Appetite, Dark Colored (brown) Urine
AMILORIDE : Anorexia Nervosa, Heart Arrhythmias, Pale Skin, Throat Soreness, Cough

Disease Interactions

AMILORIDE can interfere with: Metabolic Acidosis, Diabetes Mellitus, Hyperkalemia, Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

FUROSEMIDE is categorized as: LOOP DIURETICS / DIURETICS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
AMILORIDE is categorized as: POTASSIUM-SPARING DIURETICS / DIURETICS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for AMIFRU 40MG/5MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

AMIFRU 40MG TAB	INR 6.5 for 30 TABLETS	FUROSEMIDE 40 MG, AMILORIDE 5 MG
AMIFRU 40MG/5MG TAB	INR 6.5 for 10 TABLETS	FUROSEMIDE 40.0 MG, AMILORIDE 5.0 MG
EXNA K 40MG/5MG TAB	INR 14.5 for 10 TABLETS	FUROSEMIDE 40.0 MG, AMILORIDE 5.0 MG
FRUMIDE 40MG/5MG TAB	INR 5.6 for 10 TABLETS	FUROSEMIDE 40.0 MG, AMILORIDE 5.0 MG
FRUMIL 40MG/5MG TAB	INR 6.7 for 10 TABLETS	FUROSEMIDE 40.0 MG, AMILORIDE 5.0 MG