BIDURET 5MG/50MG TAB

Overview

BIDURET 5MG/50MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

BIDURET 5MG/50MG TAB is composed of: HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE (50.0 MG), AMILORIDE (5.0 MG)

HCTZ (hydrochlorothiazide) is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention. HCTZ treats fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, or kidney disorders, or edema caused by taking steroids or estrogen. This medication is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

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

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE is generally used to treat: Edema, Hypertension

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: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

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

How Do I Take It?

BIDURET 5MG/50MG TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for BIDURET 5MG/50MG TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, gout, asthma or kidney, liver, thyroid disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. It may raise blood sugar level, monitor sugar level regularly while taking this medication. Monitor kidney function, blood pressure and electrolyte levels while taking this medication.
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

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Weakness (generalized), Dizziness, Dry Mouth, Increased Thirst
AMILORIDE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Lightheadedness, Head Headache, Decreased Urination, Confusion, Irregular Heartbeat
AMILORIDE : Hypotension, Hyponatremia, Wheezing, Head Headache, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Agitation, Fever, Dizziness

Serious Side-Effects

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Eyes Decreased Night Vision, Eyes Pain
AMILORIDE : Hyperkalemia, Diarrhoea, Constipation, Constipation, Chills, Increased Sensitivity To Cold, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Loss Of Appetite, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Rare Side-Effects

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Body Itching, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing
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

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE is categorized as: THIAZIDE DIURETICS / DIURETICS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
AMILORIDE is categorized as: POTASSIUM-SPARING DIURETICS / DIURETICS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for BIDURET 5MG/50MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BIDURET 5MG/50MG TAB	INR 47.9 for 10 TABLETS	HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 50.0 MG, AMILORIDE 5.0 MG
BIDURET TAB	INR 47.9 for 10 TABLETS	HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 50 MG, AMILORIDE 5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

BIDURET L 2.5MG/25MG TAB	INR 26.64 for 10 TABLETS	HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25.0 MG, AMILORIDE 2.5 MG
BIDURET-L TAB	INR 26.64 for 10 TABLETS	HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25 MG, AMILORIDE 2.5 MG