Lasix Tablets
Lasix Tablets
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Lasix tablets (Furosemide) is mainly used for the treatment of
two conditions: High blood pressure and edema. Furosemide works by
causing the kidneys to get rid of unneeded water and salt from the
body into the urine.
Lasix Tablets
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Lasix Tablets are manufactured by Sanofi Aventis (Sanofi India
Limited). (Website: sanofi-aventis.com)
Furosemide Tablets Brand Names
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Furosemide tablets are available as Lasix, Frusenex , Tebemid,
Urix and Salinex.
Active Ingredient
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The active ingredient contained in Lasix tablets is
Furosemide.
Chemical Structure
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The structure of Furosemide is given below:
Uses of Lasix Tablets
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Lasix Tablets ( Furosemide ) in the treatment of used to treat
fluid build-up due to congestive heart failure, edema, liver
scarring, or kidney disease. Furosemide may also be used for the
treatment of high blood pressure. The amount of medication required
depends on the patient undergoing treatment. Edema is associated
with heart failure, hepatic cirrhosis, renal impairment, nephrotic
syndrome. Lasix tablets are also used in cerebral/pulmonary edema
where rapid diuresis is required. Furosemide tablets are also
sometimes used in the treatment of severe hypercalcemia in
combination with adequate rehydration.
Storage Instructions
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Lasix (Furosemide tablets ) have to be stored at controlled room
temperature i.e. below 25C (77F). Keep in a cool dark place away
from light.Keep this as well as all other medicines away from
children and pets.
Lasix Dosage
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The usual initial dose of Lasix tablets for the treatment of
Edema in adults is 20 to 80 mg given as a single dose. Normally a
prompt diuresis ensues. If required, the same dose can be
administered 6 to 8 hours later or the dose may be increased. The
dose can be raised by 20 or 40 mg if required and given not sooner
than 6 to 8 hours after the previous dose until the desired
diuretic effect has been obtained.
The dosage of Lasix tablets (Furosemide) is given below:
Lasix Dosage
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The usual starting dose of Lasix tablets for the treatment of
hypertension in Adults is 80 mg, usually divided into 40 mg twice a
day. Dosage should then be adjusted as per the therapeutic response
of the individual patient. If response is not satisfactory, other
anti-hypertensive agents should be added.
The dosage of Lasix tablets (Furosemide) is given below:
Warnings
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Excessive diuresis can result in dehydration and reduction in
blood volume with circulatory collapse and with the possibility of
vascular thrombosis and embolism, specially in elderly
patients.Excessive loss of potassium in patients that receive
cardiac glycosides may precipitate digitalis toxicity.
Warnings
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Some side effects for example an undesirable drop in blood
pressure may impair the patients ability to concentrate and react
and therefore constitute a risk in situations where these abilities
are of special importance (e.g. operating a vehicle or
machinery).
Lasix Tablets
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Contraindications
Lasix is contraindicated in patients with a hypersensitivity to
Furosemide or any other component of this medication. Patients
allergic to Sulfonamides (e.g. sulfonamide antibiotics or
sulfonylureas) can also show cross-sensitivity to Lasix.Lasix is
also contraindicated in cases of Complete renal shutdown; impaired
renal function or anuria. If increasing azotaemia and oliguria
occur during treatment of severe progressive renal disease,
discontinue Furosemide tablets.
Lasix Tablets
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Contraindications
Severe hypokalaemia, hyponatraemia, hypovolaemia, dehydration or
hypotension must be regarded as contraindications until serum
electrolytes, fluid balance and blood pressure have been restored
to normal levels.In hepatic coma or precoma and conditions
producing electrolyte depletion, Furosemide therapy should not be
started until the underlying conditions have been corrected or
ameliorated.Furosemide is contraindicated in pregnant and
breast-feeding women.Do not administer Furosemide to newborns
presenting jaundice or to infants with conditions which might
induce hyperbilirubinaemia or kernicterus.
Lasix Side Effects
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The common side effects of Lasix tablets can include electrolyte
disturbances (including symptomatic), dehydration and hypovolaemia
especially in elderly patients, increased blood creatinine,
increased blood triglycerides, hyponatremia, hypochloremia,
hypokalaemia, blood cholesterol increased blood uric acid
increased, attacks of gout, and urine volume increased.
Lasix Overdose
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Symptoms of Lasix overdose can include Decreased urination,
drowsiness, increase in heart rate, irregular heartbeat,
irritability, mood changes, muscle cramps, numbness, tingling,
pain, or weakness in the hands, feet, or lips, rapid breathing,
seizures, sunken eyes, thirst, trembling, weak pulse, weakness and
heaviness of the legs and wrinkled skin.
Lasix Overdose
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No specific antidote to Lasix is currently known. If ingestion
has only just taken place, attempts may be made to limit further
systemic absorption of the active ingredient by measures such as
activated charcoal.Treatment of Lasix overdosage is supportive and
consists of replacement of excessive fluid and electrolyte
losses.
Lasix During Pregnancy
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Lasix (Furosemide Tablets) has been classified by the US FDA as
Pregnancy Category C. Lasix must not be given during pregnancy
unless there are compelling medical reasons to do so. Lasix
treatment during pregnancy requires frequent monitoring of foetal
growth.
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Lasix Tablets (Furosemide) by Sanofi India Limited.
