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Posted on Mon, 24 Nov 2014
Question: I take EDECRINE but due rising cost, $ 14.00 plus/tablet, is BUMETANIDE a good substitute? I am allergic to SULFA ANd LASIXS
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Answered by Dr. Senduran Narayanasamy (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
No

Detailed Answer:
Hello there,
I am Dr.Senduran,General physician hope to solve your query.

It is not advisable to use bumetanide like lasix in patients with sulfa allergy.


Edecrin(Ethacrynic acid) is the best choice for patients with sulfa allergy.

Hope this answers your query.If any concerns, reply back.Take care.




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Suggest An Alternative Medicine For Edecrine

Brief Answer: No Detailed Answer: Hello there, I am Dr.Senduran,General physician hope to solve your query. It is not advisable to use bumetanide like lasix in patients with sulfa allergy. Edecrin(Ethacrynic acid) is the best choice for patients with sulfa allergy. Hope this answers your query.If any concerns, reply back.Take care.