What is Bumetanide?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: BumetanideBrand:
Bumetanide (brand name Bumex) is a diuretic, a type of drug which increases water excretion in order to reduce sodium levels in the blood. This is useful for the treatment of swelling (edema) in heart failure, kidney disease, or hypertension.
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How do members experience Bumetanide?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congestive heart failure | 44 | 14 | |
| Fluid retention (edema) | 43 | 27 | |
| Swelling of extremities | 5 | 1 | |
| Elevated blood pressure | 2 | 0 | |
| Swelling in lower extremities | 2 | 4 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Frequent urination | 3 | |
| Dry mouth | 2 | |
| Muscle cramps | 2 | |
| Cramps in legs | 1 | |
| Decreased kidney function | 1 | |
| Dry skin | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 5 | |
| Moderate | 11 | |
| Mild | 9 | |
| None | 24 |
Member evaluations
holmesa
evaluated on Jun 30, 2014
- Perceived effectiveness for water retention: Slight
- Side effects: None
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