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Co-amilofruse (BAN) is a nonproprietary name used to denote a combination of amiloride and the formerly named frusemide (now the INN termed furosemide). Co-amilofruse is a treatment for fluid retention (oedema) either in the legs (peripheral edema) or on the lungs (pulmonary oedema). The stronger furosemide loop diuretic has a tendency to cause low potassium levels (hypokalaemia) that may be prevented by the potassium-sparing effects of amiloride.