What is the best loop diuretic for ascites?

By our independent rating, bumex currently ranks highest among Loop Diuretic drugs used for ascites. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data — always consult a professional.

Which loop diuretic drugs treat ascites?

pharmaranks lists 7 Loop Diuretic products indicated for ascites, per FDA drug-label data — each independently rated and ranked above.

How are these ranked?

By our independent score, currently based on FDA regulatory recall-safety data (the methodology blends additional sources as they come online). See the How we rate page.

Best Loop Diuretic for ascites

7 Loop Diuretic drugs indicated for ascites, ranked by our independent rating. The current highest-rated is bumex. Compare them with all treatments for ascites or the full Loop Diuretic class. Not medical advice — always consult a professional.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 20, 2026·How we rate

Top loop diuretic for ascites: 1. Bumex · 2. Soaanz · 3. Lasix Onyu

Best-rated Loop Diuretic for ascites, ranked by pharmaranks score
#	Drug	Rating	Type	Typical price
1	Bumex	70/100	Prescription	$4	View →
2	Soaanz	Not yet rated	Prescription	$2	View →
3	Lasix Onyu	Not yet rated	Prescription	$0

Full ranking · 7 drugs

bumex

PrescriptionFDA-sourced

70/100

Bumetanide is a loop diuretic, available as scored tablets.

Frequently asked

What is the best loop diuretic for ascites?: By our independent rating, bumex currently ranks highest among Loop Diuretic drugs used for ascites. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data — always consult a professional.
Which loop diuretic drugs treat ascites?: pharmaranks lists 7 Loop Diuretic products indicated for ascites, per FDA drug-label data — each independently rated and ranked above.
How are these ranked?: By our independent score, currently based on FDA regulatory recall-safety data (the methodology blends additional sources as they come online). See the How we rate page.

Best Loop Diuretic for ascites

bumex

Frequently asked

soaanz

lasix onyu

furoscix

bumetanide

edecrin

enbumyst