Triamterene

Triamterene is a potassium-sparing diuretic, or a waterpill, that is used to treat hypertension and edema in people with cirrhosis of the liver, congestive heart failure, or with nephrotic syndrome. It prevents the body from absorbing excess salt, which in turn keeps a check on the potassium levels. It helps in increasing the amount of urine your body makes and also gets rid of extra water.

You should not use Triamterene if you have any kidney disease, liver disease, hyperkalemia (high potassium levels), or if you are on any potassium supplements. It is recommended that you should consult a doctor if you have an heart disease, diabetes, if you are pregnant, or plan on becoming pregnant, are breastfeeding, hepatic impairement, or had kidney stones in the past.

The common side effects of Triamterene are diarrhoea, nausea, headache, dizziness, feeling weak or tired and dry mouth. Other serious side effects include pale skin, easy bleeding or bruising, jaundice, sudden uneven changes in heartbeat, constipation, leg cramps, muscle weakness or numbness, increase or decrease in urination, or painful urination or change in color of urine, fever and chills. You should visit a doctor immediately if you experience any of these serious effects.

Triamterene has to be taken orally once or twice a day for as long as prescribed by the doctor. The usual dosage is about 100mg that has to be taken two times a day. You should always consult you doctor regarding Triamterene and also about the dosage.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Hypertension

• Heart Failure

• Cirrhosis

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Dizziness

• Leg Cramps

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Taking Triamterene with alcohol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Trymax 2mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Triamterene, 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.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Triamterene as ingredient

• Trymax 2Mg Tablet

  Sigmund Promedica

• Ditide Tablet

  Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Frusemene 40 mg/50 mg Tablet

  Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Frusemene 20 mg/50 mg Tablet

  Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

This medication brings about inhibition of epithelial sodium channels on cells which are found within late distal collecting tubules and convoluted tubule. The osmolarity within the nephron lumen is increased and osmolarity of the interstitium is decreased when the reabsorption of sodium has been inhibited.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  Forxiga 5Mg Tablet

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  Forxiga 10Mg Tablet

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