Amifru 40 Tablet

Amifru 40 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 (high blood pressure).

  • MANUFACTURER
    Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
  • SALT COMPOSITION
    Furosemide (40mg) + Amiloride (5mg)
  • TYPE
    allopathy
  • PRODUCT INFORMATION
    It is best to take Amifru 40 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.

    Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, dizziness or muscle weakness are some 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 is generally safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
  • BENEFITS OF CALPOL TABLET

    In Treatment of Edema

    Edema is caused by your body retaining too much water. Amifru 40 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 CALPOL TABLET

    Common side effects of Amifru

    • Nausea
    • Vomiting
    • Diarrhea
    • Weakness
    • Headache
    • Dehydration
    • Muscle cramp
    • Decreased sodium level in blood
    • Decreased magnesium level in blood
    • Decreased calcium level in blood
    • Increased blood uric acid
  • How to use Amifru 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. Amifru 40 Tablet is to be taken with food.
    Avoid Amifru 40 Tablet with dietary sodium.
  • How Amifru Tablet works
    Amifru 40 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Furosemide and Amiloride. They act on different parts of your kidney to remove extra water and certain electrolytes while maintaining the potassium balance in your body.
  • FAQs

    Q. Can I feel dizzy after taking Amifru 40 Tablet?

    Yes, the use of Amifru 40 Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly rise up from lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.

    Q. Can I stop taking Amifru 40 Tablet if I feel well?

    No, keep using Amifru 40 Tablet as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Amifru 40 Tablet suddenly may lead to serious complications such as heart attack and stroke.

    Q. Is it safe to get an MRI while using Amifru 40 Tablet?

    No, it is not safe to get an MRI scan or other scans which use radioactive dye. Contrast dye and Amifru 40 Tablet can harm your kidneys when used simultaneously.

    Q. Are there any special instructions regarding storage and disposal of this medicine?

    Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.