What is Bumex: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Bumex overview

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Generic Names:

  • Bumetanide

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What is Bumex used for?

Bumetanide is a medication used to treat excess fluid accumulation in the body. Bumetanide is a diuretic, or “water pill”, that helps your body make more urine. Bumetanide belongs to a class of medications called loop diuretics. Bumetanide is a generic medication also sold under the brand name Bumex. Bumetanide has been available for years. In the treatment of body fluid accumulation, bumetanide use is common.

What form(s) does Bumex come in

What are common Bumex doses?

  • Tablet 1MG

Common Bumex prescriptions

  • Bumex
    0.5mg tablet

  • Bumex
    1mg tablet

How to take Bumex

What to do if you miss a dose of Bumex

Bumex contraindications

Bumex warnings

Bumex interactions

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