Product introduction
Amifru 40 is a combination diuretic, or water tablet, containing furosemide and amiloride. It is prescribed to remove excess fluid that builds up in the body and causes swelling. A strip holds 10 tablets.
Storage: Store below 25°C, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Uses of Amifru 40 Tablet
- Oedema (fluid retention).
Benefits of Amifru 40 Tablet
It helps the kidneys pass out extra water and salt, which reduces swelling and the breathlessness or heaviness linked to fluid overload. Amiloride in the mix helps hold on to potassium that furosemide alone would waste.
Side effects of Amifru 40 Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Dry mouth.
- Excessive thirst.
- Dizziness.
- Fever.
- Vomiting.
- Nausea.
- Loss of appetite.
- Diarrhoea.
- Ringing in the ears.
How to use Amifru 40 Tablet
Take it as your doctor has prescribed, usually in the morning so that increased urination does not disturb your sleep. Swallow it with water, with or without food. Do not change the dose yourself, and have your blood tests done when advised.
How Amifru 40 Tablet works
Furosemide and amiloride act on different parts of the kidney tubules to push more water and salts into the urine. Furosemide is the stronger water remover, while amiloride limits potassium loss so that the body's potassium balance is better maintained.
Substitutes for Amifru 40 Tablet
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
Alcohol can add to dizziness and low blood pressure, so use it with caution.
Its safety in pregnancy is not established, so your doctor will weigh benefit against risk.
It may pass into breast milk, so use it only if your doctor feels the benefit outweighs the risk.
It can lower alertness and cause dizziness, so avoid driving or operating machinery.
It should be avoided in severe kidney impairment.
It should not be used in liver disease unless your doctor specifically directs it.
Quick tips
- Take it in the morning to avoid night-time trips to the toilet.
- Stand up slowly, as the tablet can cause dizziness.
- Do not take potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless your doctor tells you to.
- Report muscle weakness, severe thirst or very little urine to your doctor.
- Keep your scheduled blood tests for kidney function and electrolytes.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Combination of two diuretics |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | CARDIAC |
| Action class | Diuretic combination |
Frequently asked questions
What is Amifru 40 used for?
It is used to treat oedema, the swelling caused by excess fluid in the body.
When should I take it?
Usually in the morning, so that increased urination does not interrupt your sleep.
Will it make me urinate more?
Yes, that is how it works; it flushes out extra water and salts.
Can I take it if I have kidney problems?
It should be avoided in severe kidney impairment, so always tell your doctor about your kidney health.