Edecrin

Edecrin Drug Information

• Edecrin Overview

  Ethacrynic acid is a "water pill" (diuretic) that works in your kidneys to increase the amount of urine you make. This helps your body get rid of extra water. Edecrin is used to decrease swelling (edema) caused by conditions such as cancer, congestive heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This effect can help your kidneys work better and lessen symptoms such as trouble breathing and swelling in your ankles, feet, hands, or belly. Edecrin should not be used for infants.

• How to Use Edecrin

  Take Edecrin by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually once or twice a day after a meal. If you take Edecrin too close to bedtime, you may need to wake up to urinate. It is best to take Edecrin at least 4 hours before your bedtime. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about your dosing schedule. The Dosage of Edecrin is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start Edecrin at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Your doctor will adjust your dose based on your medical condition, response to treatment, and lab tests (such as sodium, potassium, chloride levels). Some people may be directed to take Edecrin every other day or only when needed. Follow your doctor's directions carefully. If your doctor has directed you to take Edecrin on a regular schedule, take it regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each day. Tell your doctor if you do not get better or if you get worse.

• Edecrin Precautions

  Before taking ethacrynic acid, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. Edecrin may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using Edecrin, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history,gout, kidney disease, liver disease. Edecrin may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Avoid alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Edecrin can lower certain salt/mineral levels (such as sodium, potassium) in your blood. Your doctor may tell you to use more salt, eat potassium-rich foods (such as bananas, orange juice), or take a potassium supplement. Ask your doctor for more details. Edecrin may affect your blood sugar. If you have diabetes, check your blood sugar regularly as directed and share the results with your doctor. Your doctor may need to adjust your diabetes medication, exercise program, or diet. Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of Edecrin, especially dizziness and water/mineral loss. During pregnancy, Edecrin should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is unknown if Edecrin passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

• Edecrin Misdose

  If you are taking Edecrin on a regular schedule and miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.

• Edecrin Interactions

  Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.desmopressin, furosemide, lithium. Some products have ingredients that could raise your blood pressure or worsen your swelling. Tell your pharmacist what products you are using, and ask how to use them safely (especially cough-and-cold products, diet aids, or NSAIDs such as ibuprofen/naproxen).

• Edecrin Side Effects

  What are Edecrin side effects?

  Side effects are physical, mental or emotional symptoms which occur in addition to or outside of the desired effect of a therapeutic treatment such as an over-the-counter or prescribed drug or medication. Side effects from Edecrin may occur at the beginning or at the end of treatment and may also depend on the length of time an individual remains on the treatment. Side effects, also known as adverse effects, are generally more likely to occur when starting treatment. Individuals may also experience side effects from Edecrin as a result of an interaction with other medications.

  Side Effects of Edecrin

  The side effects of Edecrin may vary in number and intensity for many different reasons. Factors such as age, weight, gender and ethnicity may influence the side effects of Edecrin. Also, an individual’s state of general physical health and seriousness of the disease or illness as well as an increase or decrease in dosage may lead to side effects. Further, side effects from Edecrin may also occur as a result of an interaction with certain herbal supplements, foods or drinks.

  Prescription drug side effects can be serious and may cause patients to stop the treatment. However, when side effects from the use of a prescription drug, such as Edecrin, do occur a patient should consult their physician. A physician may prescribe an additional treatment in order to control the symptoms or an adjustment in the dosage may be made. In addition, changes to diet, exercise or other lifestyle activities may help to lessen the side effects of Edecrin.

  By understanding side effects and the factors which may influence the occurrence of side effects patients are empowered to take an active role in their care. Patients who have specific questions about the side effects of Edecrin, or any other medication, should contact their physician. General information about Edecrin and the side effects associated with Edecrin are described in the following:

  Common Edecrin Side Effects

  Severe

  • orthostatic hypotension

  Less Severe

  • anorexia
  • diarrhea

  Less Frequent Edecrin Side Effects

  Severe

  • hyponatremia
  • hypokalemia
  • hypochloremia
  • ototoxicity

  Less Severe

  • acute confusion
  • blurred vision
  • headache disorder
  • acute abdominal pain
  • general weakness
  • cramps
  • malaise
  • nausea

  Rare or Very Rare Edecrin Side Effects

  Severe

  • acute gouty arthritis
  • thrombocytopenic disorder
  • agranulocytosis
  • leukopenia
  • disease of liver
  • acute pancreatitis
  • gastrointestinal hemorrhage
  • hematuria
  • allergic dermatitis
  • skin rash
  • jaundice
  • hypochloremic alkalosis
  • tetany
  • hypomagnesemia
  • hyperuricemia
  • hypoglycemic disorder
  • hyperglycemia
  • neutropenic disorder
  • purpura
  • hearing loss

  Less Severe

  • chills
  • injection site sequelae
  • paresthesia
  • polydipsia
  • dysphagia
  • vomiting
  • tinnitus
  • vertigo
  • fatigue
  • fever

• Edecrin Storage

  Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard Edecrin when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.