Drug interactions
Bumetanide + Fo-ti
Severity: Minor
Bumetanide and Fo-ti: minor interaction.
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Summary
Fo-ti has laxative anthraquinone constituents that can cause potassium loss through the gut, which may add to bumetanide-induced hypokalemia. Evidence is theoretical.
What this interaction means in plain words
Bumetanide and Fo-ti have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Possible additive potassium depletion from laxative effect and loop diuretic kaliuresis.
What to do
Monitor serum potassium if fo-ti is used regularly and advise against prolonged use.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Bumetanide with Fo-ti?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Bumetanide and Fo-ti have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Fo-ti has laxative anthraquinone constituents that can cause potassium loss through the gut, which may add to bumetanide-induced hypokalemia. Evidence is theoretical.
How serious is the interaction between Bumetanide and Fo-ti?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Monitor serum potassium if fo-ti is used regularly and advise against prolonged use.
What other medicines interact with Bumetanide?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Bumetanide with, for example, Amifostine, Amikacin, Captopril-hydrochlorothiazide. The full list is on the Bumetanide page.
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