Drug Wikipedia

Furosemide   Furosemide is a medication commonly used to treat various conditions related to excess fluid buildup in the body. It belongs to a class of drugs known as loop diuretics, which work by increasing the excretion of salt and water from the kidneys. This helps reduce fluid retention in conditions such as congestive heart failure, kidney problems, and hypertension (high blood pressure). Furosemide is available under various brand names around the world. Some common brand names for furosemide include: Lasix : Lasix is one of the most well-known brand names for furosemide and is widely used in the United States and other countries. Frusol : This is another brand name for furosemide. Frumex : Frumex is a brand name used in some countries. Furosem : Furosem is another brand name for the medication. Frusemide : Frusemide is a variation of the generic name and is used as a brand name in some regions. Furix : Furix is a brand name for furosemide used in certain countries. Metabolis...

  Dichlorphenamide Dichlorphenamide is a medication primarily used to treat a medical condition called hyperkalemic periodic paralysis and related disorders. It's a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, which means it works by blocking an enzyme called carbonic anhydrase in the body. Carbonic anhydrase is involved in regulating the balance of acid and electrolytes in the body, and by inhibiting this enzyme, dichlorphenamide helps to control the levels of certain ions like potassium. Hyperkalemic periodic paralysis is a rare genetic disorder that affects the way muscles function. People with this condition experience episodes of muscle weakness or paralysis, often triggered by factors like stress, exercise, or consuming high-potassium foods. Dichlorphenamide can help prevent or reduce the severity of these episodes by regulating potassium levels in the body. Dichlorphenamide is available under the brand name "Daranide." This is the most commonly recognized brand name for this medi...