Lasix 40mg Tablet

ABOUT THE DRUG:

Furosemide is the main active pharmaceutical ingredient present in Lasix tablets. Furosemide belongs to a group of medicines called as a loop diuretic. A diuretic is a medicine which increases the amount of urine. They are often referred to as water tablets and helps to clear the excess amount of fluid from the body.

USES OF THE DRUG:

Furosemide is used to treat fluid retention known as edema, in people with congestive heart failure, liver disease, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. This medication is also used to treat high blood pressure or hypertension.

WORKING OF THE DRUG:

Furosemide belongs to a class of drugs called loop diuretic. Furosemide works by helping your body get rid of excess salt and water. It does this by increasing the amount of urine your body makes. This helps lower your blood pressure as well as reduce swelling

DOSAGE FORM AND STRENGTHS:

The drug is available in the form of Tablets under the following brand name and strength on our website:

Lasix ? 40 mg tablet
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DO NOT TAKE THE DRUG IF YOU:

Are allergic to this active ingredient Furosemideor any other ingredient of the medicine
Are unable to urinate or facing a difficulty in urination.
Are pregnant or planning to be pregnant in the near future
Are breastfeeding woman

TELL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU:

Have any liver problems
Have had strokes or heart attacks
Have a history of depression
Have a diabetes
Have an enlarged prostate
Have an electrolyte imbalance such as low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood
High cholesterol, or triglycerides
Have a gout problem
Have sulfa drug allergy
Have anemia

HOW MUCH TO TAKE THE DRUG?

The dosage depends upon your weight, age, your medical history and your response to the treatment. Therefore, the correct dose will be decided by your doctor. Take the dose exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Never take two tablets at one time to double the dose.

HOW TO TAKE THE DRUG?

The drug is to be taken daily with food or without food as prescribed by your doctor. The tablet is to be swallowed with a glass of water. Take this drug exactly as your doctor prescribed to you. Do not break or chew the tablet.

FOR HOW LONG TO TAKE IT?

You should take the dose until you complete the prescription. Do not stop taking the dose even if you feel better and cured. You should complete the prescribed dose.

OVERDOSE:

In case of an overdose, call your doctor immediately, or get emergency medical attention.

MISS DOSE:

If you miss a dose of Furosemide, then take it as soon as you remember. Never take the missed dose if the time to take the next dose is nearby. Taking multiple doses almost at the same time can lead to excess medication in your body which can be harmful.

SIDE EFFECTS OF LASIX 40MG:

COMMON

Vomiting
Dizziness
Headache
Loss Of Appetite
Nausea
Diarrhea
Rash

SERIOUS

Abdominal Pain
Trouble In Breathing
Depression
Trouble Urinating
Pain In Your Joint
Electrolyte Imbalance
Chest Pain
Cough
Irregular Heartbeat
Dry Mouth
Lightheadedness
Jaundice
Easy Bruising
Muscle Cramps
Stomach Cramps
Loss Of Appetite
Confusion, And Fainting

COMMON DRUG INTERACTIONS:

You must let your doctor know about your medical history in advance and always take the list of all medications with you, which you may be using, especially these ones: aspirin, valsartan, losartan, cisplatin, noctec, cyclosporine, lithium, methotrexate, ethacrynic acid, indomethacin, ibuprofen, phenytoin, sucralfate, and gentamycin. However, this is not a complete information, there may be some other medications that may show interaction. Never start a new medication with consulting a doctor.

THINGS TO REMEMBER:

Do not use this medication for any other infection or disease without consulting with the doctor
Do not share this medicine with anyone else, even if they have similar symptoms as you are having
In case you do not feel better and cured after completing the medication, then consult your doctor immediately
Store the medicine at room temperature. Do not freeze it

USES OF LASIX TABLET

• Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Treatment of Edema

BENEFITS OF LASIX TABLET

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Lasix Tablet prevents your body from absorbing too much salt and allows the salt to be removed in your urine instead. It also helps get rid of excess water. This helps to lower your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. When your blood pressure is lower, you are less at risk of having a heart attack or a stroke. You should make appropriate lifestyle changes to help this medicine be effective and you need to take it regularly.

In Treatment of Edema

Lasix Tablet works by increasing the amount of urine produced. This helps your body get rid of extra water thereby relieving symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, or abdomen. This will help you go about your daily activities more easily and make you more confident about being active. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes to help this medicine be effective.

SIDE EFFECTS OF LASIX TABLET

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

• Dehydration
• Decreased potassium level in blood
• Decreased magnesium level in blood
• Decreased blood pressure
• Electrolyte imbalance
• Decreased sodium level in blood

HOW TO USE LASIX TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lasix Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW LASIX TABLET WORKS

Lasix Tablet is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lasix Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lasix Tablet 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lasix Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Lasix Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lasix Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Lasix Tablet is recommended.
However, use of Lasix Tablet 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.

Liver

CAUTION

Lasix Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lasix Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE LASIX TABLET?

If you miss a dose of Lasix Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.