What is bumetanide?
Bumetanide is the active ingredient found inside Bumex (Burinex), a brand-name prescription medication. It is the drug that allows the medication to be therapeutically effective. Bumetanide belongs to the drug class called diuretics, specifically a potent loop diuretic; these types of drugs have an effect on blood pressure. This medication is available as a generic alternative and can be purchased at My Drug Center with a valid prescription.
What is bumetanide used for?
Bumetanide is used for both hypertension and edema. Treating high blood pressure (hypertension) can help prevent further health complications such as heart attack, stroke, and coronary artery disease. Edema is often a result of high blood pressure, but can also be a result of other conditions (such as liver or kidney disease); treating edema can help reduce swelling as well as symptoms like shortness of breath.
What is the difference between Lasix and Bumex?
Though these loop diuretics are very similar, they do present some differences as well. The biggest difference is the type of loop diuretic that make up the medications; Lasix contains furosemide while Bumex contains bumetanide. Another difference can be found within price; Lasix is generally less expensive than Bumex. Other minor differences can be found within the half-life, total number of drug interactions, and available strengths. However, there may be more differences between Lasix and Bumex not mentioned here.