Also Known as Burinex
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Bumex is a loop diuretic, also known as a water pill, that helps remove extra fluid from the body. It is often used to treat swelling caused by conditions like heart problems, liver disease, or kidney issues. This medicine works by stopping the body from keeping too much salt, which then leaves the body through urine. This helps reduce the swelling. Bumetanide usually comes as tablets that you take by mouth.
| Fact Table | |
| Formula | C17H20N2O5S |
| License | US FDA |
| Bioavailability | ~80–90% |
| Legal status | Prescription only (Rx) |
| Chemical Name | Bumetanide |
| Elimination half-life | 1–1.5 hours |
| Dosage (Strength) | 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg oral tablets; 0.25 mg/mL IV injection |
| Pregnancy | Category C – Use with caution |
| Brands | Bumex |
| Protein binding | 95% |
| PubChem CID | 2471 |
| MedlinePlus | a682602 |
| ChEBI | 3213 |
| ATC code | C03CA02 |
| DrugBank | DB00887 |
| KEGG | D00256 |
| Routes of administration | Oral, Intravenous (IV) |
Bumex is typically taken by mouth. When using tablets, it's important to swallow them whole with a drink of water. The standard Bumex dosage ranges from 0.5 mg to 2 mg per day, often given as a single dose. It's possible to repeat the dose in 4 to 5 hours if needed, but the total daily dose should not exceed 10 mg per day. Some people may follow an intermittent dosing schedule for managing edema. This involves taking Bumex on alternate days or for 3 to 4 days with a rest period of 1 to 2 days.
The active ingredient in Bumex is bumetanide.
Avoid taking or using this medication if any of the following apply:
The most common side effects of Bumex include muscle cramps, dizziness, low blood pressure, headache, nausea, and mental confusion in people with liver disease. These reactions occurred in about 4% of patients and are typically mild. Less frequent side effects include rash, hearing changes, weakness, and abdominal or joint pain. Serious skin reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis have also been reported.
Some patients may experience changes in lab values, such as low potassium, sodium, or chloride levels, or increased uric acid, blood sugar, and creatinine. Rare side effects include dehydration, dry mouth, erectile issues, chest pain, and fatigue. Bumex may also affect blood counts or liver enzymes, especially with high or prolonged doses. Talk to your healthcare provider if you notice symptoms like extreme tiredness, confusion, itching, or unusual bleeding.
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