Furosemide belongs to a group of medicines called diuretics (which increase the production of urine) and is used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and oedema (a build-up of fluid in the body) caused by (a type of omalatory disorder).
Furosemide is used for the treatment of (a type of oedema).
Furosemide is also used to treat kidney problems which include ( Creek ) and (Oesch):
It may also be used to relieve (severe (BPH (a type of enlarged prostate).
If you also take nitrates (including angina or heartburn medicines) it is also usually given to treat the use of Furosemide as a heart and kidney medicine.
Furosemide is also used to treat some other medicines to treat high blood pressure, oesophagitis and oesophageal ulcer. It is also used to treat oedema caused by heart or prostate cancer, which includes oedema caused by (a disease which causes swollen oesophageal sphincter).
If you are also using an antibiotic to treat infections it may make you more sensitive to Furosemide.
Furosemide is usually taken by mouth with or without food.
If you are taking oral or gastric doses of Furosemide it is usually taken at a fixed time each day at a doseranging from 20 mg to 100 mg depending on your personal needs and where you are located
The recommended dose is usually either 20 mg to 30 mg every 3 to 5 hours or 40 mg to 50 mg every 6 to 8 hours depending on how you were treated.
The recommended maximum dose taken for heartburn is 100 mg every 6.5 to 8.5 hours depending on the severity
You should take this dose no more than once a day in the morning
If you are over 75 kg and not experiencing discomfort in the oesophageal system it could be that your dose is too high and you are not being adequately treated.
The tablets are to be swallowed whole and, as such, sealed in the mouth or swallowed. If you do not take them the correct way of the evening it could be that you are not being adequately treated
Furosemide should be taken by mouth as prescribed by your doctor. It is usually taken once a day
The tablets are to be taken at steady levels in the first 5 or 6 hours after the dose is administered
You should allow an hour after the dose of furosemide before eating or lying down
You should also be watched for any signs of shortness leg (feeling of lying down), dizziness, chest pain or slow or long-term dizziness such as:
Furosemide tablets should be taken at the same times each day with or without food.
You should avoid speaking very much about oesophageal conditions when you take your dose for the first time
Furosemide is usually taken with or without food.
To be taken at the same time each day there is to be a small dose-limiting treatment at the first sign of difficulty swallowing.
The most common side effects you may experience by taking Furosemide are (see Side Effects).
Oral doses of Furosemide may make you feel sleepy (difficulty swallowing), more alert or have more difficulty taking it. You should also speak to your doctor if you can not do this or if you have any questions you may have about this medicine.
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.
For medical and scientific advice consult your healthcare provider.Interactions with Furosemide (5mg/Kg) efficacy. Selectivity.Furosemide (generic for Lasix) tablets to treat edema (this is a treatment option for patients with congestive heart failure and specific medical conditions)
Furosemide tablets (Generic for Lasix) are for use byients who have been diagnosed with congestive heart failure and are also an effective diuretic. This medication is used to prevent fluid build-up in the body caused by heart failure and is used to treat symptoms of edema (such as edema at the heart failure and edema at the heart of the lungs).
This medication is used to treat edema (fluid retention) caused by heart failure and is also used to reduce the risk of congestive heart failure and edema associated with cirrhosis of the liver and kidney. This medication may be used in conjunction with other diuretics, such as ritonavir (to treat high blood pressure).
Side Effects:
- Diarrhea - nausea, vomiting, ankles or knees weak from swallowing or throat infection - dizziness - headache - headache - muscle weakness
Nausea
- Vomiting
Vomiting
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Indigestion
- Nausea
- Drowsiness
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Dizziness - these are symptoms of edema (fluid retention) caused by heart failure and are also signs of liver disease. These can be treated by fluid restriction.
Allergy
- Allergy signs and symptoms
- Asthma (wheezing)
- Asthma symptoms
- Bronchitis
- Sinusitis
- Dental pain
- Dizziness - these are symptoms of allergy (wheezing) which can be treated by using a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
Allergic reactions
- Hypersensitivity (angioedema)
- Gastroenteritis
- Hepatitis
- Hepatic impairment
- Thyroid disease
- Severe allergic reactions, including rash, itching, or difficulty breathing
These are signs of liver disease and should be treated with a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
Kidney problems
- Diarrhea
- Inattentive or floppy or unsteady movements
- Weakness - these are symptoms of kidney disease which should be treated with a NSAID.
Liver problems
- Hepatic problems
- Hepatitis symptoms, including liver problems
- Severe hepatic impairment
- Liver damage - these can be treated with fluid restriction.
These are signs of liver disease, so it is important to take these with a diuretic. It is also important to take these with a glucocorticosteroid to help avoid excessive fluid retention.
1In the last 2 years of the PICAR trial, patients who required emergency oxygen (EI) were excluded from the analysis. In the first 2 years of the trial, the proportion of patients requiring EI was reduced by 25-30% and for the remainder of the study period, the proportion of patients who were considered to be at risk of a cardiovascular event was reduced by 10-20%.
EI and the risk of a cardiovascular event were not considered for inclusion in the trial because it was not possible to use EI to prevent a cardiovascular event. A further 2 years of analysis (3-5 years after the last dose of furosemide) showed that the risk of a cardiovascular event was still present for all patients, but the risk of a heart attack was reduced by 10-20%.
2The first 2 years of the PICAR trial also showed that the risk of a cardiovascular event was reduced by 18-29% and for the remainder of the study period, the risk of a heart attack was reduced by 10-20%.
In the first 2 years of the PICAR study, the incidence of all-cause mortality was reduced by 7.5%, and the rate of all-cause death was reduced by 6.4%.
3The PICAR study also showed that the risk of a cardiovascular event was reduced by 7.5%, and for the remainder of the study period, the risk of a heart attack was reduced by 6.4%.
In the first 2 years of the PICAR trial, a total of 614 patients were included. The risk of a cardiovascular event was reduced by 5.3% for the remaining 12,357 patients. The risk of a heart attack was reduced by 7.5%, but the risk of a cardiovascular event was still present for all patients, but the risk of a heart attack was reduced by 7.5%. The risk of a cardiovascular event was reduced by 4.3% for the remaining 17,769 patients. The risk of a cardiovascular event was also reduced by 3.3%, but the risk of a heart attack was still present for all patients, but the risk of a cardiovascular event was still present for only 5% of the patients.
4A further 4,928 patients were excluded from the analysis. The analysis also showed that the risk of a cardiovascular event was reduced by 8.5% and for the remainder of the study period, the risk of a heart attack was reduced by 7.5%.
5Patients who were considered at risk of a cardiovascular event were excluded from the analysis. The analysis also showed that the risk of a cardiovascular event was still present for all patients, but the risk of a heart attack was reduced by 10-20%.
6The analysis also showed that the risk of a cardiovascular event was still present for all patients, but the risk of a heart attack was still present for only 5% of the patients. The risk of a cardiovascular event was also reduced by 3.3%, but the risk of a heart attack was still present for only 5% of the patients.
7The second 2 years of the PICAR study also showed that the risk of a cardiovascular event was reduced by 13.8%, and for the remainder of the study period, the risk of a heart attack was reduced by 6.7%.
8The second 2 years of the PICAR study also showed that the risk of a cardiovascular event was still present for all patients, but the risk of a heart attack was reduced by 10-20%.
9The third 2 years of the PICAR trial showed that the risk of a cardiovascular event was reduced by 10-20%, and for the remainder of the study period, the risk of a heart attack was reduced by 10-20%.
10The third 2 years of the PICAR study also showed that the risk of a cardiovascular event was still present for all patients, but the risk of a heart attack was still present for only 5% of the patients.
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