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Drug Information

Generic Name:

Bumetanide

Pronunciation:

byew-MET-ah-nide

Product Name:

Bumex

Category:

Diuretics

How is it given?:

by mouth (PO), intravenous (IV), intramuscular (IM) (rarely)

Uses:

Congestive heart failure, pulmonary edema, high blood pressure, edema

Comment:

Bumetanide is a highly effective drug for patients with acute pulmonary edema and congestive heart failure. Usually used in combination with other drugs for treatment of high blood pressure.

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Bumetanide