Amiloride is a potassium-sparing diuretic that is used to control high blood pressure and fluid retention. This eMedTV article provides an in-depth look at this drug, including information on its effects, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.
Dizziness, nausea, and headache are some of the common side effects of amiloride. This eMedTV article provides a detailed list of side effects that can occur while taking the drug, including the side effects that may require prompt medical attention.
Several side effects can occur with amiloride, and dry mouth has been reported. This eMedTV Web page offers an overview of amiloride and dry mouth, including statistics on how common it is and helpful tips on improving your symptoms.
Impotence is a possible side effect of amiloride, occurring in up to 3 percent of men taking the drug. This eMedTV segment offers a discussion on amiloride and impotence, including information on what to do if it becomes a problem for you.
Amiloride is used for the treatment of high blood pressure and water retention. This selection from the eMedTV library contains detailed information on the uses of this drug, including an explanation of "off-label" amiloride uses.
There are several factors that will affect your amiloride dosage, such as how well you respond to the drug. This eMedTV segment talks about amiloride dosing in detail, offering helpful information on when and how to take the diuretic.
Drug interactions can occur when certain medicines (such as Celebrex or Lotensin) are taken with amiloride. This eMedTV Web page discusses several possible drug interactions with amiloride and explains some of the effects they may cause.
People taking amiloride may develop high levels of potassium, which can be quite dangerous. This eMedTV segment provides several warnings and precautions with amiloride, including information on who should not take the drug.
In clinical trials, depression occurred in less than 1 percent of people taking amiloride. This eMedTV Web page provides more information on amiloride and depression, including an overview of the clinical trials that looked at amiloride side effects.
Vomiting, low blood pressure, and fever may be signs of an amiloride overdose. This eMedTV selection discusses in greater detail the symptoms a person may experience after taking too much amiloride, as well as treatment options that are available.
Amiloride is a pregnancy Category B medication. This selection from the eMedTV archives tells you what you need to know about amiloride and pregnancy, including information on why the FDA classifies the drug as a pregnancy Category B medication.
The manufacturer of amiloride does not recommend breastfeeding while taking the drug. This eMedTV article offers an overview of amiloride and breastfeeding, including what to do if your healthcare provider recommends breastfeeding while taking it.
Alternatives to amiloride include lifestyle changes and other medications. This eMedTV Web page takes a look at several amiloride alternatives for high blood pressure or fluid retention, with information on when an alternative may be necessary.
