Medical Editor:John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEPLast updated on RxList:10/16/2023 homedrugs a-z listlasix (furosemide) drug Related Drugs Health Resources Related Supplements Lasix User Reviews Drug Summary What Is Lasix? Lasix (furosemide) is an anthranilic acid derivative that is used as a strong...
Oral Furosemide tablets may be used in adults for the treatment of hypertension alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents. Hypertensive patients who cannot be adequately controlled with thiazides will probably also not be adequately controlled with Furosemide tablets alone. Dosage for Fur...
If the physician elects to use high dose parenteral therapy, controlled intravenous infusion is advisable (for adults, an infusion rate not exceeding 4 mg LASIX per minute has been used). (See PRECAUTIONS: DRUG INTERACTIONS) Precautions for Lasix General Excessive diuresis may cause dehydration ...
Furosemide was devoid of mutagenic activity in various strains ofSalmonella typhimuriumwhen tested in the presence or absence of an in vitro metabolic activation system, and questionably positive for gene mutation in mouse lymphoma cells in the presence of rat liver S9 at the highest dose tested. F...
Normal saline may be used for volume replacement Dopamine or norepinephrine may be used to treat hypotension If dysrhythmia due to decreased potassium or magnesium is suspected, replace aggressively Discontinue treatment if no symptoms are apparent after 6 hours Geriatric: Excessive diuresis may cause de...
Oral Furosemide tablets may be used in adults for the treatment of hypertension alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents. Hypertensive patients who cannot be adequately controlled with thiazides will probably also not be adequately controlled with Furosemide tablets alone. ...