Lasix
- 3,40€
- Net € 3.40
- AvailabilityIn stock
- Manufacturer Lasitan
- Article no. 635
- Package: 40mg (15 pills)
- Substance: Furosemide (Lasix)
Lasix, a "water pill", is used to reduce swelling and fluid retention caused by various medical problems, including heart or liver disease. It is also used to treat high blood pressure. It causes the kidneys to get rid of unneeded water and salt from the body in the urine. Furosemide is sometimes prescribed for other uses; Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
How should Lasix be used?
Lasix comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day in the morning or twice a day in the morning and afternoon. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any parts you do not understand. Take furosemide exactly as directed. Do not take more or less, or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Lasix controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Keep taking furosemide even if you feel fine. Don't stop taking Furosemide without talking to your doctor.
What special precautions should I take?
Before taking lasix,
Let your doctor and pharmacist know if you are allergic to furosemide, sulfa drugs, or other medications.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, especially high blood pressure medications, aspirin, corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), digoxin (Lanoxin), indomethacin (Indocin), lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid), and diabetes medications , Probenecid (Benemid) and vitamins. If you are also taking cholestyramine or colestipol, take them at least 1 hour after taking Furosemide.
Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had diabetes, gout, or kidney or liver disease.
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Do not breastfeed while taking Furosemide. If you become pregnant while taking Lasix, call your doctor.
If you are having any surgical procedures, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are furosemide.
To avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to the sun and to wear protective clothing, sunglasses and sun protection. Lasix can make your skin sensitive to sunlight.
What should i do if i miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
What side effects can Lasix cause?
Frequent urination can last for up to 6 hours after a dose and should decrease after using Lasix for a couple of weeks. Let your doctor know if any of these symptoms are severe or won't go away:
Muscle spasms
weakness
dizziness
confusion
Durst
Upset stomach
Vomit
blurred vision
a headache
Restlessness
constipation
Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms:
fever
Sore throat
Ringing in the ears
Unusual bleeding or bruising
Loss of hearing
Severe rash with peeling skin
Difficulty breathing or swallowing
Rapid, excessive weight loss
What storage conditions are required for Lasix?
Keep Furosemide in the container it came in, tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excessive heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away unused furosemide fluid after 60 days. Throw away medication that is out of date or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about how to properly dispose of your medicine.