"Loop" diuretic, used for edematous syndrome with CHF II-III st., liver cirrhosis, kidney disease; swelling of the lungs or brain; arterial hypertension, hypercalcemia. Causes a rapidly advancing, strong and short-term diuresis. Has natriuretic and chlororetic effects, increases the excretion of K +, Ca2 +, Mg2 +.
A combined medication used for edema syndrome of various origins and arterial hypertension. The effect is due to the components in its composition; it has diuretic and hypotensive effect. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic of average power action, increases the excretion of Na+, Cl-, K+, Mg2+, bicarbonate; keeps Ca2+, uric acid in the body. Amiloride decreases the excretion of K+ and Mg2+. The combination of the drug components reduces the risk of hypokalemia and hypomagnesemia development.