Furosemide , is a potent diuretic (water pill). Furosemide is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and other conditions that require the elimination of excess fluid (water) from the body. These conditions include congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, and kidney disease. When used to treat high blood pressure, Furosemide is effective alone or in combination with other high blood pressure medications. Diuretics help your body produce and eliminate more urine, which helps lower blood pressure. Furosemide is

Furosemide / is a loop diuretic that works within the kidneys to get rid of excess fluid and sodium (salt).

Furosemide works by blocking the absorption of salt and fluid in the kidney tubules, thus causing increased excretion of water, sodium, and chloride into the urine to be expelled from the body (diuresis). The diuretic effect of Furosemide can cause body water and electrolyte depletion. Therefore, careful medical supervision is necessary during treatment.

Take Furosemide exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will adjust the Furosemide dosages of this strong diuretic to meet your specific needs.

Furosemide dosage for adults:

• Fluid Retention: You will probably be started at a single dose of 20 to 80 milligrams. If needed, the same dose can be repeated 6 to 8 hours later, or the dose may be increased. Your doctor may raise the dosage by 20 milligrams or 40 milligrams with each successive administration-- each 6 to 8 hours after the previous dose--until
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Furosemide appears in breast milk and could affect a nursing infant. If Furosemide is essential to your health, your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding until your treatment is finished.

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Side effects of Furosemide cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Furosemide .

Side effects of Furosemide : May include, anemia, blood disorders, blurred vision, constipation, cramping, diarrhea, dizziness, dizziness upon standing, fever, headache, hearing loss, high blood sugar, hives, itching, loss of appetite, low potassium (leading to symptoms like dry mouth, excessive thirst,