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Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

Potassium-sparing diuretics are used to treat hypertension and edema caused by heart failure and cirrhosis. They work by reducing the amount of salt and water in the body to lower blood pressure, while retaining potassium in the body.

Why are potassium sparing diuretics prescribed?

  1. Heart Failure (45%)
  2. Hypertension (35%)
  3. Edema (10%)
  4. Cirrhosis (10%)

Key takeaways

Potassium-sparing diuretics are used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and fluid retention (edema) for health conditions, such as kidney or liver disease. These medications work by helping your body get rid of excess salt and water while keeping potassium levels balanced. Potassium-sparing diuretics are usually taken as oral pills. Examples include amiloride (Midamor) and triamterene (Dyrenium).

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Midamor (amiloride)

AMILORIDE treats high blood pressure and heart failure. It helps your kidneys remove more fluid and salt from your blood through the urine without losing too much potassium. It belongs to a group of medications called diuretics.
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Dyrenium (triamterene)

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TRIAMTERENE reduces swelling related to heart, kidney, liver, or lung disease. It may also be used to reduce swelling caused by medications. It helps your kidneys remove more fluid and salt from your blood through the urine without losing too much potassium. It belongs to a group of medications called diuretics.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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