triamterene Health Article

What other drugs will affect triamterene?

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:

• lithium;

• insulin or diabetes medicine taken by mouth;

• an ACE inhibitor such as benazepril (Lotensin), captopril (Capoten), enalapril (Vasotec), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), ramipril (Altace), and others; or

• indomethacin or other NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), diclofenac (Voltaren), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), piroxicam (Feldene), nabumetone (Relafen), etodolac (Lodine), and others.

If you are using any of these drugs, you may not be able to use triamterene, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.

There may be other drugs not listed that can affect triamterene. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist has additional information about triamterene written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Triamterene is available with a prescription under the brand name Dyrenium. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Dyrenium 50 mg--opaque-red capsules

• Dyrenium 100 mg--opaque-red capsules

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.