Furosemide is a diuretic and is used to treat high blood pressure. It works by increasing the amount of urine produced in the body.
It can also be used to treat heart failure by reducing fluid buildup and reducing the workload of the heart.
Furosemide is a registered medication in Australia that is used in the treatment of conditions such as congestive heart failure and liver failure.
It is usually taken once a day as directed by your doctor. It is important to follow the dosage instructions provided by your doctor. Do not increase or decrease the dose without consulting your doctor. Taking Furosemide with food can cause a potentially dangerous drop in blood pressure.
Store the medication at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it away from children and pets.
Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
You can drink alcohol while taking Furosemide.
Common side effects of Furosemide include:
Furosemide may cause or worsen kidney problems. It can cause the following side effects:
If you experience any severe side effects while taking Furosemide, stop taking the medication and contact your doctor right away.
It is important to follow the instructions provided by your doctor for the safe use of Furosemide. The following should be followed:
The following information is for your general knowledge and does not replace your doctor's medical advice.
Furosemide can cause a range of side effects, including:
Furosemide can also cause increased heart rate in some people.
Furosemide can cause you to develop some skin rash, especially if you drink alcohol while taking it.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose.
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
Lasix 40mg tablet contains an active ingredient called Furosemide which belongs to the medication class known as diuretics. It is used to treat edema (excessive water accumulation) and high blood pressure. Edema can be caused by various underlying issues such as heart, lung, kidney, or liver problems. This helps the kidneys to remove excess water, which is not needed by the body.
Lasix 40mg tablet should not be taken if you are allergic to Furosemide or other sulphonamide-related medicines or any of the ingredients in the medication. Also, do not consume if you have anuria, impaired kidney function or kidney failure, severe kidney damage, very low levels of potassium, sodium, or other electrolytes, dehydration, low blood pressure, take potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics, have liver cirrhosis or liver encephalopathy, suffer from Addison's disease, have digitalis poisoning, or if you are breastfeeding.
Before starting the treatment with Lasix 40mg tablet, notify your doctor if you have hypovolaemia (low blood volume) or risk of low blood pressure, hypoproteinaemia (low levels of blood protein) due to kidney damage, liver congestion or other liver problems, kidney problems, diabetes or insulin use, advanced age or medications that lower blood pressure, prostate issues or difficulty in urinating, history of gout or abnormal blood condition, and upcoming blood or urine tests.
How to use Lasix 40mg tabletBefore starting the treatment with Lasix 40mg tablet, notify your doctor if you have hypovolaemia (low blood volume) or risk of low blood pressure, hypoproteinaemia (low levels of blood protein) due to asepsis (thinning of the thyroid gland), hypervolaemia (low blood pressure), increased risk of liver damage due to liver failure, kidney problems, diabetes or insulin use, and kidney problems.
How long to continue taking this medicationIf you miss taking a dose, you may take it a day. You may take this medication for only as long as is recommended by your doctor. The medication may be taken for other reasons.
Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diureticsBefore starting the treatment with Lasix 40mg tablet, notify your doctor if you have hypovolaemia (low blood volume) or risk of low blood pressure, hypoproteinaemia (low levels of blood protein) due to aseptic liver disease, hypothyroidism (very low thyroid hormone), or if you suffer from hypoproteinaemia (low levels of blood pressure). Additionally, let your doctor know if you have diabetes, hyperthyroidism (very high thyroid hormone), or suffer from digitalis poisoning, if you suffer from it, or from rheumatic diseases (arthralgia) or prostate cancer if you are also taking hormonal medications like cyproheptadine or leucine dialysis, or if you are taking any other type of diuretics. Additionally, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
Addison's diseaseIn case of a history of psychiatric disorders or a previous history of furosemide-induced high blood pressure, consider adding a diuretic if you are suffering from any of the aforementioned mental health problems.
Furosemide Tablets are a potent 'loop' diuretic used in the treatment of oedema resulting from cardiac insufficiency, hepatic or renal dysfunction, parasitism, or of a traumatic origin. They are most commonly used as part of the medical management of congestive heart failure and other conditions where the body is retaining too much fluid.
Furosemide Tablets are flat faced, white circular tablets with bevelled edges. They are scored with a half break line for accurate dosing.
£0.08Furosemide Tablets 20mg are indicated for the treatment of oedema associated with cardiac insufficiency, renal dysfunction, and trauma in cats and dogs. Furosemide is the most commonly used...
Furosemide Tablets 40mg are indicated for the treatment of oedema associated with cardiac insufficiency, renal dysfunction, and trauma in cats and dogs.
Contra-indicationsDo not use in acute glomerular nephritis, in electrolyte diseases, in patients with anuria, or patients that have received excessive doses of cardiac glycosides. Because of the danger of potentiating their toxic effects do not use with aminoglycoside or cephalosporin antibiotics. Allergic reactions have been associated with use with sulphonamides.
Special WarningsThe patient may increase its water intake to compensate for the diuresis. Consideration should be given to restricting water intake if the patient's condition makes such a course appropriate.
Special PrecautionsSpecial precautions for use in animals:Prolonged dosage may on occasions justify potassium supplementation and thus monitoring for hypokalaemia should be considered, especially if the product is used in conjunction with cardiac glycosides.Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the medicinal product to animals:Wear gloves or wash hands immediately after handling tablets. In case of accidental ingestion seek medical attention and show product label and/or pack insert to the doctor.
Adverse ReactionsNone reported
Pregnancy and LactationThe safety of use in pregnancy is not well established and a careful assessment of the likely benefits and potential risks should be made. A deleterious effect on lactation is to be expected, particularly if drinking water is restricted. Furosemide passes into milk, but not to a great extent.
InteractionsPotential interactions with other drugs include ototoxicity with aminoglycosides and nephrotoxicity with cephalosporins. Use in combination with sulphonamide treatment may lead to sulphonamide allergy. There is a possibility of interaction with cardiac glycosides.
Amounts to be Administered and Administration Route5mg/KgBW, one or two times per day. For patients weighing less than 8Kg dosage with the 20mg tablet (which may be halved) is recommended. Avoid overdosage in weak and old patients.
OverdoseDehydration and electrolyte depletion may occur. Monitor and correct, as necessary. Dosage higher than that which is recommended, may cause transitory deafness. Cardiovascular side effects may be observed in weak and old patients following overdose.
Withdrawal PeriodsNone for these species.
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Furosemide is a loop diuretic used to treat fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, liver disease, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. Furosemide is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Furosemide works by increasing the amount of urine the body makes, which helps reduce swelling and symptoms of fluid retention and helps lower high blood pressure. Furosemide tablets are sometimes called water pills as they increase how much you urinate.
Before using this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, enlarged prostate, urination problems, cirrhosis or other liver disease, an electrolyte imbalance, high cholesterol, gout, lupus, diabetes, or an allergy to sulfa drugs.
Tell your doctor if you have recently had an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) or any type of scan using a radioactive dye that is injected into your veins. Do not take more of this medicine than is recommended.
If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using this medicine even if you feel fine. High blood pressure often has no symptoms.
Furosemide is a potent diuretic which, if given in excessive amounts, can lead to a profound diuresis with water and electrolyte depletion. Therefore, careful medical supervision is required and dose schedule must be adjusted to the individual patient’s needs
Tell your doctor about all your other medicines. Some drugs should not be used with furosemide.
It is not known if furosemide will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using furosemide. Ask your doctor about any risk. Furosemide may slow breast milk production.
Oral: Initial dose: 20 to 80 mg orally once; may repeat with the same dose or increase by 20 or 40 mg no sooner than 6 to 8 hours after the previous dose until the desired diuretic effect has been obtained. Maintenance dose: Administer the dose that provided the desired diuretic effect once or twice a day (e.g., at 8 am and 2 pm).
Common side effects:
Store in a cool and dry place at a controlled room temperature (68 to 77°F, excursions permitted between 59 and 86°F). Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, especially:
There are no restrictions on delivery method.
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