Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to reduce excess fluid levels in the body. It is used to treat edema (fluid overload) and some cases of hypertension.
It is best to take Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet in the morning along with food in order to avoid frequent urination at night time. For better results, it is suggested to take it at the same time every day. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
Dryness of mouth and dehydration are very common side effects of this medicine. It might lower down the level of calcium, sodium, and magnesium in the blood. Hence, regular monitoring of kidney function and electrolytes is important while using this medicine. It might cause dizziness or tiredness, if happens rise slowly from sitting position or avoid driving.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
It is best to take Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet in the morning along with food in order to avoid frequent urination at night time. For better results, it is suggested to take it at the same time every day. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
Dryness of mouth and dehydration are very common side effects of this medicine. It might lower down the level of calcium, sodium, and magnesium in the blood. Hence, regular monitoring of kidney function and electrolytes is important while using this medicine. It might cause dizziness or tiredness, if happens rise slowly from sitting position or avoid driving.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Uses of Frusemene Tablet
Benefits of Frusemene Tablet
In Edema
Edema is caused by your body retaining too much water. Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet helps get rid of the extra water and electrolytes from your body by increasing the amount of urine produced. This enables your body to get rid of extra water thereby relieving symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs or abdomen. Therefore, you can carry out your daily activities more comfortably. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes to get maximum benefits.
Side effects of Frusemene Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Frusemene
- Dryness in mouth
- Dehydration
- Weakness
- Decreased sodium level in blood
- Decreased magnesium level in blood
- Decreased calcium level in blood
- Increased uric acid level in blood
How to use Frusemene Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Avoid Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet with dietary sodium.
Avoid Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet with dietary sodium.
How Frusemene Tablet works
Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Furosemide and Triamterene.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test and potassium levels may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Use of Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test and potassium levels may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Frusemene Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet helps removes excess water from your body.
- Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
- It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It may cause excessive urine production, dehydration, and low electrolyte levels. Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that doesn't go away.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood pressure, kidney function and the level of salts such as potassium and sodium in your blood while you're taking this medication.
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- Furosemide. Morgantown, West Virginia: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2016. [Accessed 11 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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