Furosemide

Mode of Action:

• Inhibits sodium and chloride reabsorption, increasing urine production.

Side Effects of Furosemide

Common: Dizziness, weakness, dehydration, decreased potassium level in blood, increased blood uric acid, decreased magnesium level in blood, increased thirst.

What if you forget to take Furosemide

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. Skip if it's almost time for the next dose. Do not double the dose.

How to use Furosemide:

• Take as advised by your doctor. Swallow it whole. May be taken with or without food.

How Furosemide works:

• Furosemide is a diuretic that increases urine production, removing extra water and electrolytes from the body.

Quick Suggestions:

• Take in the morning to avoid getting up at night.
• Monitor blood pressure; notify the doctor if it doesn't lower.
• Consult if you experience persistent dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness.
• Take potassium supplements or a potassium-rich diet to counter decreased potassium levels.
• Regular blood tests to monitor kidney function.

Dosage & Administration of Furosemide

Adult Dose:

• Various doses for different conditions; consult your doctor.

Child Dose:

• Doses for infants and children; safety and efficacy vary with age.

Renal Dose:

• Adjustments needed in acute renal failure; avoid use in oliguric states.

Administration:

• May be taken with or without food.

Interaction:

• Numerous interactions with analgesics, antihypertensives, NSAIDs, and more. Consult your doctor.

Contraindication:

• Severe sodium/water depletion, sulphonamide and furosemide hypersensitivity, hypokalemia, anuria, or renal failure.

Pregnancy Category:

• Category C; monitor fetal growth during treatment.

Precaution:

• Prostatic hyperplasia, hepatic/renal impairment, gout, diabetes, impaired micturition. Monitor fluid and electrolyte balance.

Storage Conditions

Store at or below 30°C, away from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of youngsters.