bumetanide (Rx)

Brand and Other Names:Bumex, Burinex

Dosing & Uses

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Dosage Forms & Strengths

injectable solution

  • 0.25mg/mL

tablet

  • 0.5mg
  • 1mg
  • 2mg

Edema

PO: 0.5-2 mg once; may be repeated in 4-5 hours for up to 2 doses; not to exceed 10 mg/day

IM: 0.5-1 mg once; may be repeated in 2-3 hours for up to 2 doses; not to exceed 10 mg/day

IV: 1 mg initially, then 0.5-2 mg/hr

Hypertension (Off-label)

I mg IV loading dose, then 0.5-2 mg/day PO divided q12hr

Dosing Considerations

1 mg bumetanide is roughly equivalent to 40 mg furosemide

Edema due to congestive heart failure, hepatic disease, or nephrotic syndrome

  • Use with fluid retention refractory to thiazides or with impaired renal function
  • May be tried if patient is allergic to furosemide

Overdose management

  • Normal saline may be used for volume replacement
  • Dopamine or norepinephrine may be used to treat hypotension
  • Treat hyperkalemia with IV glucose (D25W) with rapid-acting insulin and concurrent IV sodium bicarbonate; use oral or rectal solutions of sodium polystyrene in sorbitol if needed
  • If dysrhythmia due to decreased potassium or magnesium is suspected, replace aggressively
  • Discontinue treatment if no symptoms are apparent after 6 hours

Dosage Forms & Strengths

injectable solution

  • 0.25mg/mL

tablet

  • 0.5mg
  • 1mg
  • 2mg

Edema (Off-label)

<6 months: 0.01-0.05 mg/kg once daily or every other day; optimum diuretic effect is reported at 0.04 mg/kg; lower dosages have been shown to have greater efficacy  

≥6 months: 0.015-0.1 mg/kg once daily or every other day; not to exceed 10 mg/day

In general, dosage selection for elderly should be cautious, usually starting at low end of dosing range, in view of higher incidence of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function and greater frequency of concomitant disease or other drug therapy

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              • amikacin

                bumetanide, amikacin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Increased risk of ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity.

              • gentamicin

                bumetanide, gentamicin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Increased risk of ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity.

              • lofexidine

                lofexidine, bumetanide. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration with other drugs that decrease pulse or blood pressure to mitigate risk of excessive bradycardia and hypotension.

              • neomycin PO

                bumetanide, neomycin PO. Either increases toxicity of the other by Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Increased risk of ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity.

              • paromomycin

                bumetanide, paromomycin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Increased risk of ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity.

              • squill

                bumetanide increases toxicity of squill by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Potassium depletion may enhance toxicity of squill.

              • streptomycin

                bumetanide, streptomycin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Increased risk of ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity.

              • tobramycin

                bumetanide, tobramycin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Increased risk of ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity.

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              • acebutolol

                acebutolol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • aceclofenac

                aceclofenac increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                aceclofenac decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • acemetacin

                acemetacin increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                acemetacin decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • albuterol

                albuterol and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • aldesleukin

                aldesleukin increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.

              • amifostine

                amifostine, bumetanide. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with blood pressure lowering agents may increase the risk and severity of hypotension associated with amifostine. When amifostine is used at chemotherapeutic doses, withhold blood pressure lowering medications for 24 hr prior to amifostine; if blood pressure lowering medication cannot be withheld, do not administer amifostine.

              • amiloride

                amiloride increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

              • arformoterol

                arformoterol and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • aspirin

                aspirin increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                aspirin decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • aspirin rectal

                aspirin rectal increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor. .

                aspirin rectal decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate

                aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • atenolol

                atenolol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • avanafil

                avanafil increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.

              • beclomethasone, inhaled

                beclomethasone, inhaled increases toxicity of bumetanide by increasing elimination. Use Caution/Monitor. Corticosteroids may increase the hypkalemic effects of loop diuretics.

              • benazepril

                benazepril, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

              • bendroflumethiazide

                bumetanide and bendroflumethiazide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • betaxolol

                betaxolol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • bisoprolol

                bisoprolol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • bretylium

                bumetanide, bretylium. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Each drug may cause hypotension.

              • buprenorphine, long-acting injection

                buprenorphine, long-acting injection decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Opioids can reduce diuretic efficacy by inducing antidiuretic hormone release.

              • candesartan

                candesartan increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • captopril

                captopril, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

              • carbenoxolone

                bumetanide and carbenoxolone both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • carbidopa

                carbidopa increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Therapy with carbidopa, given with or without levodopa or carbidopa-levodopa combination products, is started, dosage adjustment of the antihypertensive drug may be required.

              • carvedilol

                carvedilol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • celecoxib

                celecoxib increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                celecoxib decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • celiprolol

                celiprolol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • chlorothiazide

                bumetanide and chlorothiazide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • chlorthalidone

                bumetanide and chlorthalidone both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • choline magnesium trisalicylate

                choline magnesium trisalicylate increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor. .

                choline magnesium trisalicylate decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • cisplatin

                bumetanide, cisplatin. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive ototoxicity.

              • citalopram

                bumetanide, citalopram. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Possible additive hyponatremia.

              • cornsilk

                cornsilk increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased risk of hypokalemia (theoretical interaction).

              • cyclopenthiazide

                bumetanide and cyclopenthiazide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • deflazacort

                bumetanide and deflazacort both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • dichlorphenamide

                dichlorphenamide and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • diclofenac

                diclofenac increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                diclofenac decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • diflunisal

                diflunisal increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                diflunisal decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • digoxin

                digoxin increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                bumetanide increases effects of digoxin by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Hypokalemia increases digoxin effects.

              • dobutamine

                dobutamine and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • dopexamine

                dopexamine and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • drospirenone

                drospirenone increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

              • empagliflozin

                empagliflozin, bumetanide. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of empagliflozin with diuretics results in increased urine volume and frequency of voids, which might enhance the potential for volume depletion.

              • enalapril

                enalapril, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

              • ephedrine

                ephedrine and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • epinephrine

                epinephrine and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • epinephrine racemic

                epinephrine racemic and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • eprosartan

                eprosartan increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • esmolol

                esmolol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • ethacrynic acid

                bumetanide and ethacrynic acid both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • etodolac

                etodolac increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                etodolac decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • fenoprofen

                fenoprofen increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                fenoprofen decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • fentanyl

                fentanyl decreases effects of bumetanide by Other (see comment). Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Comment: Fentanyl can reduce the efficacy of diuretics by inducing antidiuretic hormone release. Fentanyl may also lead to acute urinary retention by causing bladder sphincter spasm (particularly in men with enlarged prostates).

              • fentanyl intranasal

                fentanyl intranasal decreases effects of bumetanide by Other (see comment). Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Comment: Fentanyl can reduce the efficacy of diuretics by inducing antidiuretic hormone release. Fentanyl may also lead to acute urinary retention by causing bladder sphincter spasm (particularly in men with enlarged prostates).

              • fentanyl transdermal

                fentanyl transdermal decreases effects of bumetanide by Other (see comment). Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Comment: Fentanyl can reduce the efficacy of diuretics by inducing antidiuretic hormone release. Fentanyl may also lead to acute urinary retention by causing bladder sphincter spasm (particularly in men with enlarged prostates).

              • fentanyl transmucosal

                fentanyl transmucosal decreases effects of bumetanide by Other (see comment). Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Comment: Fentanyl can reduce the efficacy of diuretics by inducing antidiuretic hormone release. Fentanyl may also lead to acute urinary retention by causing bladder sphincter spasm (particularly in men with enlarged prostates).

              • flurbiprofen

                flurbiprofen increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                flurbiprofen decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • formoterol

                formoterol and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • fosinopril

                fosinopril, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

              • furosemide

                bumetanide and furosemide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • gentamicin

                bumetanide and gentamicin both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • hydrochlorothiazide

                bumetanide and hydrochlorothiazide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • ibuprofen

                ibuprofen increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                ibuprofen decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • ibuprofen IV

                ibuprofen IV increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                ibuprofen IV decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • imidapril

                imidapril, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

              • indacaterol, inhaled

                bumetanide, indacaterol, inhaled. serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor. Combination may increase risk of hypokalemia.

                indacaterol, inhaled, bumetanide. Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Caution is advised in the coadministration of indacaterol neohaler with non-potassium-sparing diuretics.

              • indapamide

                bumetanide and indapamide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • indomethacin

                indomethacin increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                indomethacin decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • insulin degludec

                bumetanide decreases effects of insulin degludec by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Diuretics may cause hyperglycemia and glycosuria in patients with diabetes mellitus, possibly by diuretic-induced hpokalemia.

              • insulin degludec/insulin aspart

                bumetanide decreases effects of insulin degludec/insulin aspart by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Diuretics may cause hyperglycemia and glycosuria in patients with diabetes mellitus, possibly by diuretic-induced hpokalemia.

              • insulin inhaled

                bumetanide decreases effects of insulin inhaled by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Diuretics may cause hyperglycemia and glycosuria in patients with diabetes mellitus, possibly by diuretic-induced hpokalemia.

              • irbesartan

                irbesartan increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • isoproterenol

                isoproterenol and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • juniper

                juniper, bumetanide. Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Juniper may potentiate or interfere with diuretic therapy. Juniper has diuretic effects, but may cause kidney damage at large doses.

              • ketoprofen

                ketoprofen increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                ketoprofen decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • ketorolac

                ketorolac increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                ketorolac decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • ketorolac intranasal

                ketorolac intranasal increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor. .

                ketorolac intranasal decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • labetalol

                labetalol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • levalbuterol

                levalbuterol and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • levodopa

                levodopa increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Consider decreasing dosage of antihypertensive agent.

              • lily of the valley

                bumetanide increases toxicity of lily of the valley by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Increased risk of cardiac toxicity due to K+ depletion.

              • lisinopril

                lisinopril, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

              • lornoxicam

                lornoxicam increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                lornoxicam decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • losartan

                losartan increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • lurasidone

                lurasidone increases effects of bumetanide by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Potential for increased risk of hypotension with concurrent use. Monitor blood pressure and adjust dose of antihypertensive agent as needed.

              • maitake

                maitake increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased risk of hypokalemia (theoretical interaction).

              • maraviroc

                maraviroc, bumetanide. Either increases effects of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Coadministration may increase risk of orthostatic hypotension.

              • meclofenamate

                meclofenamate increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                meclofenamate decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • mefenamic acid

                mefenamic acid increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                mefenamic acid decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • meloxicam

                meloxicam increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                meloxicam decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • metaproterenol

                metaproterenol and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • metformin

                bumetanide decreases effects of metformin by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • methyclothiazide

                bumetanide and methyclothiazide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • metolazone

                bumetanide and metolazone both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • metoprolol

                metoprolol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • moexipril

                moexipril, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

              • mometasone inhaled

                mometasone inhaled increases toxicity of bumetanide by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Corticosteroids may increase hypokalemic effect of loop diuretics.

              • nabumetone

                nabumetone increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                nabumetone decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • nadolol

                nadolol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • naproxen

                naproxen increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                naproxen decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • nebivolol

                nebivolol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • nitazoxanide

                nitazoxanide, bumetanide. Either increases levels of the other by Mechanism: plasma protein binding competition. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • nitroglycerin rectal

                nitroglycerin rectal, bumetanide. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Observe for possible additive hypotensive effects during concomitant use. .

              • norepinephrine

                norepinephrine and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • oliceridine

                oliceridine decreases effects of bumetanide by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Opioids can reduce the efficacy of diuretics by inducing the release of antidiuretic hormone. Monitor for signs of diminished diuresis and/or effects on blood pressure and increase dosage of the diuretic as needed. .

              • olmesartan

                olmesartan increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • olodaterol inhaled

                bumetanide and olodaterol inhaled both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • ospemifene

                bumetanide, ospemifene. Either increases levels of the other by plasma protein binding competition. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

              • oxaprozin

                oxaprozin increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                oxaprozin decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • parecoxib

                parecoxib increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                parecoxib decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • penbutolol

                penbutolol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • perindopril

                perindopril, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

              • pindolol

                pindolol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • pirbuterol

                pirbuterol and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • piroxicam

                piroxicam increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                piroxicam decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • potassium acid phosphate

                potassium acid phosphate increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

              • potassium chloride

                potassium chloride increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

              • potassium citrate

                potassium citrate increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

              • propranolol

                propranolol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • quinapril

                quinapril, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

              • ramipril

                ramipril, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

              • sacubitril/valsartan

                sacubitril/valsartan increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • salicylates (non-asa)

                salicylates (non-asa) increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                salicylates (non-asa) decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • salmeterol

                salmeterol and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • salsalate

                salsalate increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                salsalate decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • sodium sulfate/?magnesium sulfate/potassium chloride

                sodium sulfate/?magnesium sulfate/potassium chloride increases toxicity of bumetanide by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Coadministration with medications that cause fluid and electrolyte abnormalities may increase the risk of adverse events of seizure, arrhythmias, and renal impairment.

              • sodium sulfate/potassium chloride/magnesium sulfate/polyethylene glycol

                bumetanide and sodium sulfate/potassium chloride/magnesium sulfate/polyethylene glycol both decrease serum potassium. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

              • sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate

                sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate increases toxicity of bumetanide by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Coadministration with medications that cause fluid and electrolyte abnormalities may increase the risk of adverse events of seizure, arrhythmias, and renal impairment.

              • sotalol

                sotalol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • spironolactone

                spironolactone increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

              • succinylcholine

                succinylcholine increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • sulfasalazine

                sulfasalazine increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                sulfasalazine decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • sulindac

                sulindac increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                sulindac decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • tadalafil

                tadalafil increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.

              • telmisartan

                telmisartan increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • terbutaline

                terbutaline and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • timolol

                timolol increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • tobramycin inhaled

                tobramycin inhaled, bumetanide. Either increases toxicity of the other by nephrotoxicity and/or ototoxicity. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Avoid concurrent use if possible; theorized mechanisms include rapid injection of loop diuretics, existing renal impairment, or volume depletion leading to increased aminoglycoside concentration within the nephron.

              • tolfenamic acid

                tolfenamic acid increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                tolfenamic acid decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • tolmetin

                tolmetin increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

                tolmetin decreases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

              • tolvaptan

                tolvaptan increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • torsemide

                bumetanide and torsemide both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • trandolapril

                trandolapril, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

              • triamterene

                triamterene increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

              • trientine

                bumetanide decreases levels of trientine by increasing renal clearance. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • umeclidinium bromide/vilanterol inhaled

                umeclidinium bromide/vilanterol inhaled and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Electrocardiographic changes and/or hypokalemia associated with non?potassium-sparing diuretics may worsen with concomitant beta-agonists, particularly if recommended dose is exceeded

              • valsartan

                valsartan increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

              • vilanterol/fluticasone furoate inhaled

                vilanterol/fluticasone furoate inhaled and bumetanide both decrease serum potassium. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Beta-agonists may acutely worsen ECG changes and/or hypokalemia resulting from non-potassium-sparing diuretics

              • xipamide

                xipamide increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.

              Minor (82)

              • agrimony

                agrimony increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • albuterol

                albuterol, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • arformoterol

                arformoterol, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • aspirin

                aspirin, bumetanide. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Salicylates are less likely than other NSAIDs to interact w/bumetanide.

              • aspirin rectal

                aspirin rectal, bumetanide. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Salicylates are less likely than other NSAIDs to interact w/bumetanide.

              • aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate

                aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate, bumetanide. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Salicylates are less likely than other NSAIDs to interact w/bumetanide.

              • balsalazide

                balsalazide, bumetanide. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Salicylates are less likely than other NSAIDs to interact w/bumetanide.

              • birch

                birch increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • bitter melon

                bitter melon, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • brimonidine

                brimonidine increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • budesonide

                budesonide, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypokalemia, especially with strong glucocorticoid activity.

              • calcium acetate

                bumetanide decreases levels of calcium acetate by increasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • calcium carbonate

                bumetanide decreases levels of calcium carbonate by increasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • calcium chloride

                bumetanide decreases levels of calcium chloride by increasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • calcium citrate

                bumetanide decreases levels of calcium citrate by increasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • calcium gluconate

                bumetanide decreases levels of calcium gluconate by increasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • carbenoxolone

                bumetanide, carbenoxolone. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Additive hypokalemic effects.

              • choline magnesium trisalicylate

                choline magnesium trisalicylate, bumetanide. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Salicylates are less likely than other NSAIDs to interact w/bumetanide.

              • corticotropin

                corticotropin, bumetanide. pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Possible enhanced electrolyte loss.

              • cortisone

                cortisone, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypokalemia, especially with strong glucocorticoid activity.

              • cosyntropin

                cosyntropin, bumetanide. pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Possible enhanced electrolyte loss.

              • deflazacort

                deflazacort, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypokalemia, especially with strong glucocorticoid activity.

              • dexamethasone

                dexamethasone, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypokalemia, especially with strong glucocorticoid activity.

              • diflunisal

                diflunisal, bumetanide. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Salicylates are less likely than other NSAIDs to interact w/bumetanide.

              • dobutamine

                dobutamine, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • dopexamine

                dopexamine, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • duloxetine

                bumetanide, duloxetine. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Possible additive hyponatremia.

              • ephedrine

                ephedrine, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • epinephrine

                epinephrine, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • epinephrine racemic

                epinephrine racemic, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • epoprostenol

                epoprostenol increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Additive hypotensive effects.

              • escitalopram

                bumetanide, escitalopram. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Possible additive hyponatremia.

              • fludrocortisone

                fludrocortisone, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypokalemia, especially with strong glucocorticoid activity.

              • fluoxetine

                bumetanide, fluoxetine. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Possible additive hyponatremia.

              • fo-ti

                fo-ti increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypokalemia (theoretical).

              • folic acid

                bumetanide decreases levels of folic acid by increasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • formoterol

                formoterol, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • forskolin

                forskolin increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • goldenrod

                goldenrod increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • hydrocortisone

                hydrocortisone, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypokalemia, especially with strong glucocorticoid activity.

              • isoproterenol

                isoproterenol, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • L-methylfolate

                bumetanide decreases levels of L-methylfolate by increasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • levalbuterol

                levalbuterol, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • levomilnacipran

                bumetanide, levomilnacipran. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Possible additive hyponatremia.

              • magnesium chloride

                bumetanide decreases levels of magnesium chloride by increasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • magnesium citrate

                bumetanide decreases levels of magnesium citrate by increasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • magnesium hydroxide

                bumetanide decreases levels of magnesium hydroxide by increasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • magnesium oxide

                bumetanide decreases levels of magnesium oxide by increasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • magnesium sulfate

                bumetanide decreases levels of magnesium sulfate by increasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • mesalamine

                mesalamine, bumetanide. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Salicylates are less likely than other NSAIDs to interact w/bumetanide.

              • metaproterenol

                metaproterenol, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • methylprednisolone

                methylprednisolone, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypokalemia, especially with strong glucocorticoid activity.

              • milnacipran

                bumetanide, milnacipran. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Possible additive hyponatremia.

              • minoxidil

                bumetanide increases effects of minoxidil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • nefazodone

                bumetanide, nefazodone. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Possible additive hyponatremia.

              • noni juice

                noni juice increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • norepinephrine

                norepinephrine, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • octacosanol

                octacosanol increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • paroxetine

                bumetanide, paroxetine. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Possible additive hyponatremia.

              • patiromer

                patiromer, bumetanide. cation binding in GI tract. Minor/Significance Unknown. No observed clinically important interaction. No separation of dosing required.

              • pirbuterol

                pirbuterol, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • prednisolone

                prednisolone, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypokalemia, especially with strong glucocorticoid activity.

              • prednisone

                prednisone, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypokalemia, especially with strong glucocorticoid activity.

              • reishi

                reishi increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • salicylates (non-asa)

                salicylates (non-asa), bumetanide. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Salicylates are less likely than other NSAIDs to interact w/bumetanide.

              • salmeterol

                salmeterol, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

              • salsalate

                salsalate, bumetanide. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Salicylates are less likely than other NSAIDs to interact w/bumetanide.

              • sertraline

                bumetanide, sertraline. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Possible additive hyponatremia.

              • shepherd's purse

                shepherd's purse, bumetanide. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Theoretically, shepherd's purse may interfere with BP control.

              • sulfadiazine

                bumetanide increases levels of sulfadiazine by unspecified interaction mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • sulfamethoxazole

                bumetanide increases levels of sulfamethoxazole by unspecified interaction mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • sulfasalazine

                sulfasalazine, bumetanide. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Salicylates are less likely than other NSAIDs to interact w/bumetanide.

              • sulfisoxazole

                bumetanide increases levels of sulfisoxazole by unspecified interaction mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • terbutaline

                terbutaline, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Hypokalemia.

                bumetanide, terbutaline. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Additive hypokalemic effects.

              • thiamine

                bumetanide decreases levels of thiamine by increasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • tizanidine

                tizanidine increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypotension.

              • trazodone

                bumetanide, trazodone. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Possible additive hyponatremia.

              • treprostinil

                treprostinil increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

              • triamcinolone acetonide injectable suspension

                triamcinolone acetonide injectable suspension, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypokalemia, especially with strong glucocorticoid activity.

              • venlafaxine

                bumetanide, venlafaxine. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Possible additive hyponatremia.

              • willow bark

                willow bark, bumetanide. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Salicylates are less likely than other NSAIDs to interact w/bumetanide.

              • zoledronic acid

                bumetanide, zoledronic acid. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Additive hypocalcemia.

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              >10%

              Hyperuricemia (18%)

              Hypochloremia (15%)

              Hypokalemia (15%)

              Azotemia (11%)

              1-10%

              Hyponatremia (9%)

              Hyperglycemia (7%)

              Increased serum creatinine (7%)

              Variations in phosphorus (5%)

              Variations in CO2 content (4%)

              Variations in bicarbonate (3%)

              Variations in calcium (2%)

              Dizziness (1%)

              Muscle cramps (1%)

              Ototoxicity (1%)

              <1%

              Asterixis

              Dehydration

              Hypotension

              Orthostatic hypotension

              Pruritus

              Rash

              Renal failure

              Serious skin reactions (ie, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis)

              Vertigo

              Vomiting

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              Black Box Warnings

              Agent is potent diuretic that, if given in excessive amounts, may lead to profound diuresis with water and electrolyte depletion

              Careful medical supervision is required; dosing must be adjusted to patient's needs

              Contraindications

              Documented hypersensitivity to bumetanide or sulfonamides

              Severe uncorrected electrolyte depletion, anuria, hepatic coma

              Cautions

              Risk of electrolyte imbalance, alterations in glucose metabolism, blood dyscrasias, development of oliguria or increased blood urea nitrogen (BUN) or creatinine, hepatic disease, hyperuricemia, hypomagnesemia, hypovolemia, neonates at risk for kernicterus

              Hypokalemia may occur; close medical supervision and dose evaluation required; may need potassium supplementation and/or use of potassium-sparing diuretics to prevent hypokalemia; loop diuretics can also decrease serum calcium levels; electrolyte disturbances can predispose a patient to serious cardiac arrhythmias

              Risk of ototoxicity with rapid IV administration

              Fluid status and renal function should be monitored to prevent oliguria, increased creatinine and BUN, and azotemia

              Avoid use in neonates at risk for kernicterus; drug is a potent displacer of bilirubin in neonates

              If given the morning of surgery, drug may render patient volume depleted and blood pressure may be labile during general anesthesia

              Use with caution in patients with cirrhosis

              Coadministration with antihypertensive agent may increase risk of hypotension

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              Pregnancy category: C

              Lactation: Unknown whether drug is excreted in breast milk; use with caution

              Pregnancy Categories

              A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.

              B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk.

              C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done.

              D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk.

              X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist.

              NA: Information not available.

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              Mechanism of Action

              Inhibits reabsorption of sodium and chloride in ascending loop of Henle, thereby causing excretion of water and sodium, chloride, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and hydrogen ions

              Absorption

              Bioavailability: 59-89%

              Onset: IV, 2-3 min; PO/IM, 30-60 min

              Duration: 4-6 hr

              Peak plasma time: IV, 5 min; IM, 30 min; PO, 1-2 hr

              Distribution

              Protein bound: 94-96%

              Vd: Adults, 9-25 L; neonates and infants, 0.26-0.39 L/kg

              Metabolism

              Partially metabolized in liver

              Metabolites: Bumetanide conjugates, desbutyl bumetanide, primary alcohols, aliphatic acid metabolite (inactive)

              Elimination

              Half-life: Adults, 1-1.5 hr; infants >1 month, 2.4 hr; neonates, 6 hr

              Excretion: Urine (81%), feces (2%)

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              IV Incompatibilities

              Additive: Dobutamine

              Y-site: Fenoldopam, midazolam

              IV Compatibilities

              Solution: D5W

              Additive: Floxacillin, furosemide

              Syringe: Doxapram

              Y-site: Check with manufacturer

              IV/IM Administration

              May be administered by IM injection, by IV injection over 1-2 minutes, or by IV infusion

              If glass ampoules are used, filter to remove particles

              Storage

              Store at room temperature

              Protect from light; drug discolors when exposed to light

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              bumetanide oral

              BUMETANIDE - ORAL

              (bue-MET-a-nide)

              COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Bumex

              WARNING: Bumetanide is a very potent medication. Using too much of this drug can lead to serious water and salt/mineral loss. It is important that you are closely monitored by your doctor while taking this medication. Tell your doctor right away if you become very thirsty or confused, or develop muscle cramps/weakness. See also Side Effects section.

              USES: Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. Bumetanide is a "water pill" (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

              HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually once or twice daily. It is best to avoid taking this medication within 4 hours of your bedtime to prevent having to get up to urinate.Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Older adults usually start with a lower dose to decrease the risk of side effects. Do not increase your dose or take it more often than directed.Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) of the day as directed. Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens. If you are taking this medication to control high blood pressure, tell your doctor if your blood pressure readings remain high or increase.

              SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. If this effect lasts or gets worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor 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 cause dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. Tell your doctor right away if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: muscle cramps, weakness, unusual tiredness, confusion, severe dizziness, fainting, drowsiness, unusual dry mouth/thirst, nausea, vomiting, fast/irregular heartbeat.Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: numbness/tingling/pain/redness/swelling of the arms/legs, chest pain, hearing changes (such as ringing in the ears, temporary or permanent decreased hearing/deafness), easy bruising/bleeding, signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine).A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: 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.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

              PRECAUTIONS: Before taking bumetanide, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney problems, liver problems, inability to make urine, gout.If you have diabetes, bumetanide may affect your blood sugar. Check your blood sugar regularly as directed and share the results with your doctor. Your doctor may need to adjust your diabetes medication or diet.Bumetanide may reduce the potassium level in your blood. Your doctor may instruct you to add potassium-rich foods to your diet (such as bananas, orange juice) or prescribe potassium supplements to prevent potassium loss. Ask your doctor for more details.This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).Severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting can increase the risk of dehydration. Report prolonged diarrhea or vomiting to your doctor. Follow your doctor's instructions about the amount of fluids you can drink.Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug, especially dizziness and water/mineral loss.During pregnancy, this drug should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

              DRUG INTERACTIONS: Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.Some products that may interact with this drug include: desmopressin, indomethacin, lithium, probenecid.Some products have ingredients that could raise your blood pressure or worsen your swelling. Tell your pharmacist what products you are using, and ask how to use them safely (especially cough-and-cold products, diet aids, or NSAIDs such as ibuprofen/naproxen).

              OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: fainting, severe weakness, a severe decrease in the amount of urine.

              NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.Lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, stopping smoking, reducing stress, and changing your diet. Consult your doctor for more details.Lab and/or medical tests (such as kidney function, blood mineral levels such as potassium) should be done while you are taking this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.Check your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Learn how to monitor your own blood pressure at home, and share the results with your doctor.

              MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.

              STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.

              Information last revised September 2023. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc.

              IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

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              Tier Description
              1 This drug is available at the lowest co-pay. Most commonly, these are generic drugs.
              2 This drug is available at a middle level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "preferred" (on formulary) brand drugs.
              3 This drug is available at a higher level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "non-preferred" brand drugs.
              4 This drug is available at a higher level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "non-preferred" brand drugs or specialty prescription products.
              5 This drug is available at a higher level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "non-preferred" brand drugs or specialty prescription products.
              6 This drug is available at a higher level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "non-preferred" brand drugs or specialty prescription products.
              NC NOT COVERED – Drugs that are not covered by the plan.
              Code Definition
              PA Prior Authorization
              Drugs that require prior authorization. This restriction requires that specific clinical criteria be met prior to the approval of the prescription.
              QL Quantity Limits
              Drugs that have quantity limits associated with each prescription. This restriction typically limits the quantity of the drug that will be covered.
              ST Step Therapy
              Drugs that have step therapy associated with each prescription. This restriction typically requires that certain criteria be met prior to approval for the prescription.
              OR Other Restrictions
              Drugs that have restrictions other than prior authorization, quantity limits, and step therapy associated with each prescription.
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              Medscape prescription drug monographs are based on FDA-approved labeling information, unless otherwise noted, combined with additional data derived from primary medical literature.