About amiloride hydrochloride
Potassium-sparing diuretic
Used for
- Treats high blood pressure, often with another diuretic.
- Helps reduce fluid buildup caused by heart failure or liver disease.
- Helps prevent low potassium caused by certain diuretics.
Usual adult dose
Usually 5–10 mg once daily; dosing varies with the condition and other medicines.
Usual dose in children
Specialist-directed; dosing is based on body weight and monitored blood tests.
Common side effects
- Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhoea
- Headache or dizziness
- High blood potassium
- Muscle weakness or cramps
Important warnings
- High potassium can cause dangerous heart-rhythm problems.
- Risk is higher with kidney problems or potassium supplements.
- Blood potassium and kidney function require monitoring.
- Seek urgent care for severe weakness, palpitations, or fainting.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; pregnancy safety information is limited. A clinician should assess benefits and risks.
Breastfeeding
Safety information is limited; discuss use with a clinician, especially when nursing a newborn or premature infant.
Interactions
- Potassium supplements and potassium-containing salt substitutes
- ACE inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers
- Other potassium-sparing diuretics
- Lithium or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.