What Is Amiloride Used For? (Cont.)

Is Amiloride Used for Children?

Amiloride has not been adequately studied in children or adolescents, and is not approved for these age groups. Talk to your child's healthcare provider about the benefits and risks of using the drug in children.
 

Is Amiloride Used for Off-Label Reasons?

On occasion, your healthcare provider may recommend amiloride for treating a condition other than those listed in this article. This is called an "off-label" use. At this time, amiloride is sometimes used in an off-label fashion to treat water retention that is due to liver problems.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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