Manufacturer : Furosemide (10mg/ml)

Made In: Sanofi India Ltd

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Lasix Injection belongs to a group of medicines called diuretics. It is used for the emergency treatment of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency), as it reduces the blood pressure immediately. It also rapidly reduces the swelling (edema) caused by too much water in the body. Lasix Injection helps your body get rid of extra water and salt through urine. It is commonly used to treat people with excess fluid build-up due to heart failure, liver or kidney disease. It is injected into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor may monitor your blood pressure after giving this medicine. Common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, weakness, dehydration, decreased potassium level in blood, increased blood uric acid, decreased magnesium level in blood, and increased thirst. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests and electrolyte levels is important while using this medicine. It may reduce the potassium level in your blood so your doctor may ask you to add potassium-rich foods to your diet (such as bananas, coconut water, etc.) or prescribe supplements. Any medication that is advised by your doctor for the long-term treatment of your underlying condition should be continued even after this emergency injection. USES OF LASIX INJECTION Treatment of Hypertensive emergency Treatment of Edema BENEFITS OF LASIX INJECTION In Treatment of Hypertensive emergency Lasix Injection blocks the effect of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down the heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force thereby lowering your blood pressure. This medicine is injected into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. It is used for immediate reduction of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency). A controlled blood pressure reduces the risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems. Show More SIDE EFFECTS OF LASIX INJECTION Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you?re worried about them Common side effects of Lasix Dizziness Weakness Dehydration Decreased potassium level in blood Increased blood uric acid Decreased magnesium level in blood Increased thirst HOW TO USE LASIX INJECTION Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer. HOW LASIX INJECTION WORKS Lasix Injection is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced. SAFETY ADVICE warnings Alcohol UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lasix Injection. warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Lasix Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. warnings Breast feeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Lasix Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. warnings Driving UNSAFE Lasix Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. warnings Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Lasix Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Lasix Injection is recommended. However, use of Lasix Injection is not recommended in severe kidney disease patients who are unable to pass urine or the kidney damage is due to some medicines. Please inform your doctor. warnings Liver CAUTION Lasix Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lasix Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.