Lasix
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LasixBlood PressureFurosemide
Generic Lasix is a diuretic, used for treating edema in patients, suffering from congestive heart failure, kidney disorder or liver diseases. It also often prescribed (at times in conjunction with other medications) to men and women, suffering from high blood pressure (hypertensions). |
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What is generic Lasix?
Furosemide is a loop diuretic, which is used to treat fluid retention (edema) and hypertension (high blood pressure).
What should I tell my doctor before I use this medication?
If you are unable or have difficulties urinating, let your doctor know and also inform him if you suffer or have suffered from any of the following medical conditions:
Even if you have some of the health problems listed above, you still might be able to take Furosemide, but only after your doctor carefully examines you or run some tests in order to make sure that the medication is safe for you.
How should I take Lasix?
Take the tablets with full glass of water and use only the dose that your healthcare provider has prescribed. Taking the pills with food or glass of milk increases tolerance and this medication should not be taken right prior to going to bed as it elicits urine output. Do not prematurely terminate the treatment, especially if you have been prescribed Furosemide for hypertension, as hypertension often does not have any signs and symptoms, yet it needs long-term management.
Do not share your medications with anyone, even if they suffer from the same health condition as you!
What drugs may interact with this medication?
Some of the medications that Furosemide might react with are listed below:
Beware that the list is not full and you should inform your doctor about the medications, herbal supplements, diet pills, and substances that you are using.
What should I be aware of while taking this medication?
The treatment with Furosemide is typically a long-term treatment that has to be monitored by your doctor – do not miss your regular checkups as only he is capable of assessing if the medication works for you and whether you need to keep taking it. During the treatment course, your healthcare provider might also decide to adjust the dose or prescribe different medication if this one proves inefficient. If you have been prescribed Furosemide for hypertension, check your blood pressure often.
While on Furosemide, your doctor might advise you to avoid certain type of food or follow a specific diet – being disciplined and persistent is an essential part of the treatment.
What are the possible side effects?
Listed below are some of the side effects associated with the use of Furosemide:
Additional adverse reactions that Furosemide might cause are:
If you experience any of the abovementioned side effects, do not try to treat them on your own, but rather contact your doctor as soon as possible.
How should I store my medication?
Keep Furosemide in its original package, out of the reach of children and at temperature between 59 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit (15 to 30 degrees Celsius). Keep the tablets away from direct sunlight.
Furosemide is a loop diuretic, which is used to treat fluid retention (edema) and hypertension (high blood pressure).
What should I tell my doctor before I use this medication?
If you are unable or have difficulties urinating, let your doctor know and also inform him if you suffer or have suffered from any of the following medical conditions:
- diabetes
- gout
- lupus
- liver disease
- kidney disease
- allergies to sulfa drugs
Even if you have some of the health problems listed above, you still might be able to take Furosemide, but only after your doctor carefully examines you or run some tests in order to make sure that the medication is safe for you.
How should I take Lasix?
Take the tablets with full glass of water and use only the dose that your healthcare provider has prescribed. Taking the pills with food or glass of milk increases tolerance and this medication should not be taken right prior to going to bed as it elicits urine output. Do not prematurely terminate the treatment, especially if you have been prescribed Furosemide for hypertension, as hypertension often does not have any signs and symptoms, yet it needs long-term management.
Do not share your medications with anyone, even if they suffer from the same health condition as you!
What drugs may interact with this medication?
Some of the medications that Furosemide might react with are listed below:
- other diuretics
- other high blood pressure medications
- lithium
- sucralfate
- steroids
- diet pills
- netilmicin, amikacin, gentamicin, streptomycin, or tobramycin
- high cholesterol medications
- diabetes medications
Beware that the list is not full and you should inform your doctor about the medications, herbal supplements, diet pills, and substances that you are using.
What should I be aware of while taking this medication?
The treatment with Furosemide is typically a long-term treatment that has to be monitored by your doctor – do not miss your regular checkups as only he is capable of assessing if the medication works for you and whether you need to keep taking it. During the treatment course, your healthcare provider might also decide to adjust the dose or prescribe different medication if this one proves inefficient. If you have been prescribed Furosemide for hypertension, check your blood pressure often.
While on Furosemide, your doctor might advise you to avoid certain type of food or follow a specific diet – being disciplined and persistent is an essential part of the treatment.
What are the possible side effects?
Listed below are some of the side effects associated with the use of Furosemide:
- nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, thirst
- uneven heartbeat
- muscle pain
- easy bleeding or bruising
- feeling weak, restless, or drowsy
Additional adverse reactions that Furosemide might cause are:
- loss of appetite
- headache
If you experience any of the abovementioned side effects, do not try to treat them on your own, but rather contact your doctor as soon as possible.
How should I store my medication?
Keep Furosemide in its original package, out of the reach of children and at temperature between 59 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit (15 to 30 degrees Celsius). Keep the tablets away from direct sunlight.