More Common Effects

• Patients have reported some common side effects from Amiloride that require medical attention. According to the Mayo Clinic, some users experience shortness of breath and other breathing problems. Nervousness and confusion have been reported by some patients. Some people experience vomiting, nausea or abdominal pain. Irregular heartbeat and a tingling feeling in the lips, feet or hands can also occur with this drug.
  
  

Less Common Effects

• Some Amiloride patients experience less common side effects that should be reported to a doctor. According to the Mayo Clinic, some people have reported dizziness, hallucinations and mood changes. Some users have experienced seizures, coma or a stiff neck. Back pain, headaches and tightness in the chest are also possible. Some people have reported fever, wheezing or blurred vision.
  
  

Rare Effects

• Some of the side effects of Amiloride have only occurred in rare instances. According to the Mayo Clinic, some users become faint after standing up and experience shaking in the extremities. Racing heartbeat, loss of vision and loss of appetite are possible with this drug. Some patients have reported light-colored, tarry or bloody stools. Sweating, chills and rash have occurred with some users.
  
  

Overdose

• Amiloride users should get medical assistance if they notice any symptoms of a drug overdose. According to the Mayo Clinic, patients have experienced a decrease in urination and unusual thirst after an overdose. Dry mouth and sunken eyes were reported in some cases. Some people have noticed muscle cramps or muscle pain after consuming high doses of the drug. Lightheadedness and fast breathing were also reported by some Amiloride users.
  
  

Non-Emergency

• Some of the side effects of amiloride are mild or temporary, and often disappear during treatment. According to the Mayo Clinic, some users report changes in appetite, weight loss or diarrhea. Diminished sex drive and erectile problems have happened in some cases. Some people have experienced sleep problems, hearing loss or ringing in the ears. Gas, sour stomach and bloating have also occurred among some Amiloride users.