Amiloride: how to take it safely
Midamor
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
A mild water tablet that keeps potassium in the body. It is often used with other water tablets.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Swallow with water, with food.
When to take it
Take it in the morning.
Take it with
With food.
What to avoid
- Potassium supplements and salt substitutes, unless your doctor says so.
- Becoming dehydrated.
- Regular anti-inflammatory painkillers.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease.
Possible side effects
Nausea, dizziness, headache, high potassium.
Get help if
Muscle weakness, palpitations, very little urine or severe dizziness: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.