Triamerprene is the active substance in a diuretic indicated for the treatment of edema associated with heart failure and liver cirrhosis.
This oral medicine interferes with the reabsorption of sodium in the kidneys, resulting in sodium and water excretion and potassium retention.
Edema (associated with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver and nephrotic syndrome).
Diarrhea; nausea increased potassium in the blood
Risk of pregnancy B; Breastfeeding; Do not use the product if the potassium in the blood is greater than 5. 5 mEq / L (normal potassium: 3. 5 to 5. 0 mEq / L).
Orally
During or just after the meal
adults
Adult dose limit: 300 mg per day.
Children