Indications and field use for Bumetanide
Pulmonary edema
Congestive heart failure
Mechanism of action of Bumetanide
Venous vasodilator
Inhibits electrolyte reabsorption in the ascending loop of henle
Contraindications of Bumetanide
Hypersensitivity
Anuria (renal failure)
Electrolyte deficiencies
Hepatic coma
Adverse reactions of Bumetanide
Dizziness
Hypotension
Nausea, vomit, diarrhea, dry mouth, ringing ears
Adult dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg IV slowly over 1-2 min, or IM
Brand name of Bumetanide
Bumex