Lasix
utilized to alleviate oedema to support fluid balance.
Strengths: 40 · 100mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Therapeutic class
Loop Diuretic
- Pharmacological class
Sulfonamide diuretic
- Contraindications
hypovolaemia; dehydration; anuria
- Precautions and warnings
monitor serum electrolytes; potential for dehydration
- Minor side effects
polyuria; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
dehydration; hypotension; muscle cramps
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Patient summary
utilized to alleviate oedema to support fluid balance.
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Sanofi
- Onset Time
1 hour
- Duration
6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
aminoglycosides; lithium
Serious side effects
ototoxicity — requires immediate medical attention; agranulocytosis — requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
it inhibits the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the loop of Henle, significantly increasing urine flow.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: use only if benefit outweighs risk. Breastfeeding: monitor infant for diuresis.
Lasix
utilized to alleviate oedema to support fluid balance.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Furosemide
- Listed indication(s): Oedema, Hypertension
Usually available as
- 360 tablets - 40 mg8-40-mg-8409
- 180 tablets - 100 mg8-100-mg-5020