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Triamterene Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 22, 2023.

Applies to the following strengths: 50 mg; 100 mg

Usual Adult Dose for Ascites

Initial dose: 100 mg orally 2 times a day after meals
Maximum dose: 300 mg/day

Comments:


Use: To reduce edema in cardiac failure, cirrhosis of the liver or nephrotic syndrome, and in that associated with corticosteroid treatment

Usual Adult Dose for Edema

Initial dose: 100 mg orally 2 times a day after meals
Maximum dose: 300 mg/day

Comments:


Use: To reduce edema in cardiac failure, cirrhosis of the liver or nephrotic syndrome, and in that associated with corticosteroid treatment

Renal Dose Adjustments

Liver Dose Adjustments

Severe or progressive hepatic disease: Contraindicated

Dose Adjustments

Precautions

US BOXED WARNINGS:


Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 18 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Other Comments

Administration advice:

Further information

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