Amiloride HCL Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • High Levels Of Potassium In The Blood

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Type Of Brain Function Problem Called Encephalopathy

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Abnormal Sexual Function
  • Constipation
  • Cough
  • Cramps
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Gas
  • Generalized Weakness
  • Headache
  • Intense Abdominal Pain
  • Irritation Of The Stomach Or Intestines
  • Low Amount Of Sodium In The Blood
  • Low Energy
  • Nausea
  • The Inability To Have An Erection
  • Vomiting

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • A Yellowing Of The Eyes Or Skin From Buildup Of Bilirubin Called Jaundice
  • Abnormal Heart Rhythm
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • Angina, A Type Of Chest Pain
  • Bleeding Of The Stomach Or Intestines
  • Increased Pressure In The Eye
  • Low Blood Counts Due To Bone Marrow Failure
  • Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils
  • Orthostatic Hypotension, A Form Of Low Blood Pressure
  • Trouble Breathing

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Change In Vision
  • A Feeling Of Pins And Needles On Skin
  • A Skin Rash
  • Altered Interest In Having Sexual Intercourse
  • An Increased Need To Urinate Often
  • Backache
  • Chest Pain
  • Confusion
  • Depression
  • Difficult Or Painful Urination
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Drowsiness
  • Dry Mouth
  • Enlarged Breasts
  • Excess Urination
  • Excessive Thirst
  • Hair Loss
  • Heart Throbbing Or Pounding
  • Heartburn
  • Irritable Bladder
  • Itching
  • Joint Pain
  • Leg Pain
  • Muscle Tremors
  • Neck Pain
  • Nervousness
  • Ringing In The Ears
  • Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling
  • Stuffy Nose

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