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What is Furosemide (Generic Lasix) and what are its uses?
How does Furosemide (Generic Lasix) treat?
Dosage: How should you take Furosemide (Generic Lasix)?
Effect of other drugs consumed with Furosemide (Generic Lasix)
What should you watch for while taking Furosemide (Generic Lasix)?
Possible Side effects of Furosemide (Generic Lasix)

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What is Furosemide (Generic Lasix) and what are its uses?

Furosemide (Generic Lasix) is in a class of drugs called loop diuretics (water pills). Furosemide (Generic Lasix) decreases the amount of fluid in the body by increasing the amount of salt and water lost in the urine.

Furosemide (Generic Lasix) is used to reduce swelling in the body caused by congestive heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease.

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How does Furosemide (Generic Lasix) treat?

Furosemide (Generic Lasix) contains the active ingredient furosemide, which is a type of medicine called a loop diuretic.

Loop diuretics act in the kidney to remove excess water from the blood, by causing an increase in the removal of salts such as potassium and sodium. This removal of salts causes water to be drawn out of the blood and into the kidneys, where it is then excreted in the urine. Removing water from the blood causes a decrease in the volume of fluid circulating through the blood vessels. This drop in fluid volume decreases the effort required by the heart to pump blood around the body.

There are many conditions, which may lead to an accumulation of fluid in the body (oedema). Furosemide (Generic Lasix) is commonly used in conditions such as heart failure, where the pumping mechanism of the heart is less effective. Furosemide (Generic Lasix) is used to relieve the symptoms of heart failure, such as the shortness of breath seen with fluid on the lungs.

At higher doses the amount of water drawn from the blood into the urine is much greater, therefore Furosemide (Generic Lasix) is also used when there is reduced production of urine in patients with kidney failure.

Furosemide (Generic Lasix) is also used to remove excess fluid associated with liver failure, hypertension, and poor circulation in the periphery.

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Dosage: How should you take Furosemide (Generic Lasix)?

Take Furosemide (Generic Lasix) tablets orally.

Swallow the Furosemide (Generic Lasix) tablets with a glass of water. If Furosemide (Generic Lasix) upsets your stomach, take it with food or milk.

Remember that you will need to pass urine frequently after taking Furosemide (Generic Lasix). Do not take your Furosemide (Generic Lasix) doses at a time of day that will cause you problems. Do not take at bedtime.

Brand Furosemide (Generic Lasix) Dosage for Adults

Fluid Retention
The usual prescribed dose of Furosemide (Generic Lasix) is 40 to 80 milligrams once a day. If needed, the same dose can be repeated 6 to 8 hours later, or the dose may be increased. Your doctor may raise the Furosemide (Generic Lasix) dosage by 20 milligrams or 40 milligrams with each successive administration until the desired effect is achieved. This dosage is then taken once or twice daily thereafter. The maximum daily dose of Furosemide (Generic Lasix) is 600 milligrams.

High Blood Pressure
The usual starting dose of Furosemide (Generic Lasix) is 40 milligrams taken twice a day. Your doctor will adjust the dosages and may add other high blood pressure medications if Furosemide (Generic Lasix) is not enough.

Brand Furosemide (Generic Lasix) Dosage for Children

The usual initial dose of Furosemide (Generic Lasix) is 2 milligrams per 2.2 pounds of body weight given in a single oral dose. The doctor may increase subsequent doses by 1 to 2 milligrams per 2.2 pounds. Doses are spaced 6 to 8 hours apart.

Have you skipped your Furosemide (Generic Lasix) dose?
If you take one dose daily, take the missed dose of Furosemide (Generic Lasix) as soon as you remember within 12 hours. If more than 12 hours have passed, skip the dose of Furosemide (Generic Lasix) you missed and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of Furosemide (Generic Lasix).

If you take too much of Furosemide (Generic Lasix)?
Incase of an overdose with Furosemide (Generic Lasix) seek medical emergency immediately

Symptoms of Furosemide (Generic Lasix) overdose may include

• weakness,
• muscle cramps,
• fatigue,
• dizziness,
• fainting,
• confusion,
• irregular pulse,
• nausea, and
• vomiting.

Where should you store Furosemide (Generic Lasix)?
Store Furosemide (Generic Lasix) out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.

Store Furosemide (Generic Lasix) at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light. Throw away any unused amount of Furosemide (Generic Lasix) after the expiry date.

Available strengths of Furosemide (Generic Lasix)
Furosemide (Generic Lasix) is available as tablets of 40 mg.

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Effect of other drugs consumed with Furosemide (Generic Lasix)

The following drugs may interact with Furosemide (Generic Lasix). They may increase or decrease the activity of Furosemide (Generic Lasix)

• alcohol
• antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen)
• certain antibiotics given by injection
• cholestyramine
• cisplatin
• clofibrate
• colestipol
• dofetilide
• heart medicines such as digoxin
• hormones such as cortisone, fludrocortisone, or hydrocortisone
• lithium
• medicines for diabetes
• medicine for high blood pressure
• medicines that relax muscles for surgery
• nitroglycerin
• phenytoin
• water pills

Inform your health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way Furosemide (Generic Lasix) works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

Who should not take Furosemide (Generic Lasix)?
Furosemide (Generic Lasix) should not be used if you suffer from liver disease that is causing the patient to become unconscious.

Furosemide (Generic Lasix) should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy.

If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using Furosemide (Generic Lasix) and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Furosemide (Generic Lasix) is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether Furosemide (Generic Lasix) will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take Furosemide (Generic Lasix) without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.

Furosemide (Generic Lasix) passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing infant. Do not take Furosemide (Generic Lasix) without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby

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What should you watch for while taking Furosemide (Generic Lasix)?

Visit your health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Check your blood pressure regularly. Ask your prescriber or health care professional what your blood pressure should be, and when you should contact him or her. You must not get dehydrated; ask your prescriber or health care professional how much fluid you need to drink a day. Do not stop taking Furosemide (Generic Lasix) except on your prescriber's advice.

Watch your diet while you are taking Furosemide (Generic Lasix). Ask your prescriber or health care professional about both potassium and sodium intake. Furosemide (Generic Lasix) can make your body lose potassium and you may need an extra supply. Some foods have high potassium content such as bananas, coconuts, dates, figs, prunes, apricots, peaches, grapefruit juice, tomato juice, and orange juice.

You may get dizzy or lightheaded. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how Furosemide (Generic Lasix) affects you. To reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells, do not sit or stand up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. Alcohol can make you lightheaded, dizzy and increase confusion. Avoid or limit intake of alcoholic drinks.

Furosemide (Generic Lasix) can make your skin more sensitive to sun or ultraviolet light. Keep out of the sun, or wear protective clothing outdoors and use a sunscreen (at least SPF 15). Do not use sun lamps or sun tanning beds or booths.

If you are going to have surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking Furosemide (Generic Lasix).

Furosemide (Generic Lasix) can increase the amount of sugar in blood or urine. If you are a diabetic keep a close check on blood and urine sugar.

Possible Side effects of Furosemide (Generic Lasix)

Side effects of Furosemide (Generic Lasix) that should be reported to your health care professional as soon as possible:

• blood in urine or stools
• diarrhea
• dry mouth
• fever or chills, sore throat
• hearing loss or ringing in the ears
• increased thirst
• irregular heartbeat
• lower back or side pain
• mood changes
• muscle pain or weakness, cramps
• nausea, vomiting
• severe stomach pain
• skin rash
• tingling or numbness in the hands or feet
• unusual bleeding or bruising
• unusual tiredness or weakness
• yellowing of the eyes or skin

Side effects of Furosemide (Generic Lasix) that you need not report to your health care professional if they continue or are bothersome:

• dizziness or lightheadedness
• headache
• increased sensitivity to the sun
• loss of appetite
• stomach upset, pain, or cramps

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