Bumetanide for Edema User Reviews

• lin...
• July 1, 2015

Bumetanide "I had whole body swelling, caused by retaining water. I didn't have ankles, I had cankles, lol. I tried Lasix, and 2 weeks later, it was down a little. Ankles still swollen just as much, but hands were going back to normal. Upon going to my check-up, my doctor decided to try Bumex 2 mg. Within 1 week, I was back to normal. The only problem I had with these pills is they're large and sometimes get stuck in my throat."

• ith...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 1, 2018

Bumetanide "I got put on Bumex after Lasix stopped working. Bumex is reliable. It works with or without drinking a bunch of water. And the max daily dose is ten 1 mg doses, so there is lots of room to increase it for a day if you need to."

• Bib...
• December 1, 2020

Bumetanide "At first, I was sick for 2 days. I was very dizzy, nauseous, and unsteady on my feet. I had to take a day sick leave. I couldn't believe the amount of water I had. Usually, I don't go to the loo that often, but on the first day after taking the pill, I couldn't believe that I was actually going to the loo so often and for so long. My swollen feet and ankles went down to normal. Afterwards, it really did become normal again, I was so chuffed. I do get dizzy at times, but I have low blood pressure, so I think it's caused by that. My doctor said I can't be on this tablet too long. He only gave me one month's supply. I dread thinking that I have to go off it again because I left it for 2 days to try and prolong the time I can use it. Big mistake! My feet and ankles were so swollen again. It felt as if they could burst. I also felt sick again, so I don't know if there is something else I could try."

• Mik...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 30, 2021

Bumetanide "Absolutely an awful drug. Yes, it reduced the edema but caused serious cramping and muscle spasms in both legs and feet! Caused a serious hypokalemia problem. Makes it impossible to sleep at night due to the spasms and cramping."

• 2Er...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 10, 2020

"Tried bumetanide for 15 days, edema got worse, 5 kg weight gain, and edema increased from ankle up to knees. Worst of all, edema never decreased up to ankles even after losing weight. So negative, effective -10."

• Wil...
• May 29, 2016

"This works very well, however, I think my doctor at my next appointment will have to increase the dosage a little. I take 1 mg in the morning and another 1 mg in the afternoon. I think an additional 0.5 mg will do the trick because my feet and ankles still swell by mid-afternoon. What I like about this medication is that I have a mild allergy to sulfonamides, so I can't take Lasix. Because this drug is fast acting and leaves the system within two hours, I have no problem with it. I was taking another, but the medication cost $1,000 per month, and my prescription drug plan would no longer cover it. Apparently, Bumetanide is the only other drug out there that will not cause a reaction in me. Thank God."

• Har...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 13, 2024

Bumetanide "Absolute miracle of a drug. Lost 7 lbs in 1 night due to water retention and edema. My swelling was gone, and I was normal the next day. I did get dizzy at times, and my legs cramped more than once, but it was worth it! This drug WORKS."

• San...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• December 11, 2015

"I only took them for 3 days because my legs went into such funny shapes, but I was given these instead of furosemide, which isn't any good either. I take such a lot of medication, I think one works against the other, but I never see the same doctor twice. One gave me furosemide with potassium, the next one took the potassium off me. And what can I do? I'm 70 and have taken water tablets for about 25 years and still can't wear shoes. I have to wear slippers to go out in."

• Syd...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• November 12, 2017

"Now aged 88, used for nearly ten years, gradually increasing from 1 mg to higher doses. No side effects. Now using dialysis plus bumetanide for best control of ankle swelling. Best of course is to start with CardioRetinometry monitoring of vitamin C needs to avoid kidney failure due to blocked arteries. I learned too late after damage had started, and an unusually swollen prostate didn’t help."

• Jul...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 21, 2023

Bumetanide "This medication worked well for a while. I took it for 3 and 1/2 months. It helped the edema and blood pressure. I lost 4 pounds of fluid right away. I had been on Lasix and clonidine but developed side effects. After taking Bumex for this long, I developed a sore upper mouth that felt burned. Swollen lips and tingling in my hands and feet. I also had itchy skin, especially on my back. My legs hurt too. I was taking 1/2 tabs, 0.5 mg daily. I do have a history of drug allergies. The drug was easy to use, and I wish I could have continued to use it. My blood pressure was good while taking this."

• Ann...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 21, 2020

"Was started on Bumex 1 mg after an awful reaction to Lasix 20 mg. The Bumex 1 mg certainly works! I must be near a bathroom all morning, until at least 1:00 p.m. It is ruining my social and intimate life big time. Works, but almost too well. At the end of the day, my kidneys and bladder feel beat up."

• Anonymous
• July 16, 2008

Bumetanide "This pill was a miracle for me. It helps me so much with the retained fluid in my body."

• Mac...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 21, 2019

Bumetanide "Bumex worked great. Took down the swelling of my ankles after Furosemide stopped working. Only problem is that it's very hard on the kidneys, especially with a kidney transplant."

• Mea...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 18, 2020

Bumetanide "Works right away. Been taking 2 mg for years. Better than other water pills."

• GLS...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 2, 2022

Bumetanide "I was given this instead of Lasix. The side effects are horrible. Every doctor who prescribes it should have to take it to experience this abomination of a drug."