Bumetanide Oral

In Depth

Generic Name: BUMETANIDE - ORAL
Pronounced: (byou-MET-uh-nide)

Bumetanide Oral Warning

This medication is a strong "water pill" (diuretic). Using too much of this medication can lead to serious water and mineral loss. Therefore, it is important to be closely monitored by your doctor while you are using this drug. Tell your doctor immediately if you become very thirsty or confused or if you develop muscle cramps or weakness.

Bumetanide Oral Side Effects

Dizziness, headache, tiredness, or nausea may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

This medication may lead to a loss of too much body water (dehydration) and minerals. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious symptoms of dehydration/mineral loss:

muscle cramps
weakness
confusion
severe dizziness
drowsiness
unusual dry mouth/thirst
persistent nausea/vomiting
fast/irregular heartbeat
unusual decrease in the amount of urine
fainting
numbness/tingling of the arms/legs
seizures

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

chest pain
hearing problems (e.g., ringing in the ears, hearing loss)
easy bruising/bleeding
stomach/abdominal pain
yellowing eyes/skin
dark urine

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include:

rash
itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
severe dizziness
trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. In the US, you may report side effects to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Bumetanide Oral Medical Alert

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).