High Blood Pressure Lasix
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Lasix
Active Ingredients:
- Furosemide
How does the medication work?
Furosemide belongs to a group of drugs called loop diuretics. The diuretic effect of the preparation maybe described as rapidly achieved, strong but short-termed diuresis. The preparation exerts natriuretic and chloruretic effects, increases the release of K+, Ca2+, Mg2+. The preparation also exerts secondary effects which are expressed in release of intra renal mediators and changes of intra renal blood flow. If used once may not exert the above mentioned effects. The preparation exerts hypotensive effects due to an increase in NaCl release and a decrease of vessel smooth muscle constriction a s well as a decrease in overall blood volume.
Why is Furosemide prescribed?
The preparation is prescribed in the following conditions:
- Edema syndrome I chronic heart failure II-II degree, liver cirrhosis, renal disease
- Acute lung edema
- Cerebral edema
- Hypertonic crisis
- Arterial hypertension
- Hypercalcemia
- Eclampsia
- Forced diuresis
When Furosemide should not be taken?
The preparation should not be taken in:
- Hypersensitivity to the components of the preparations
- Acute renal failure with anuria
- Severe liver failure
- Liver coma
- Urogenital duct stenosis
- Gout
- Specific cardiovascular disorders
or used with extreme caution in the following cases:
- Prostate gland hyperplasia
- Pancreatitis
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Diabetes
- Aterosclerosis
What side effects are possible with the medicine ?
- Cardiovascular system: decreased arterial pressure, orthostatic hypertension, collapse, tachycardia, arrhythmia, decreased overall blood volume
- CNS: dizziness, headache, myasthenia, local seizures, paresthesia, apathy, weakness, somnolence, confusion, inertness.
- Sensory organs: vision changes, hearing changes
- Gastrointestinal tract: decreased appetite, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, constipation or diarrhea, jaundice, pancreatitis.
- Urogenital system: oliguria, acute urine retention, interstitial nephritis, hematuria, impotence.
- Allergic reactions
- Haemopoietic system: leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia
- Water-electrolyte balance disorder
- Hyperglycemia and etc.
If any of these side effects occur during the treatment seek medical attention immediately.
This is not a full list of possible Furosemide side effects. If you notice other adverse effects caused by the preparation inform your doctor or pharmacist.
What are possible drug to drug interactions associated with Furosemide?
- Antibiotics
- Other diuretics
- Bronchodilators
- Gout treatment
- Li+ preparations
- Diabetes treatment
- Hypertension treatment drugs
- Myorelaxants
- NSAID's
- Antacids.
Let your doctor know if you are taking any of the above mentioned medicines or other preparations including herbals, vitamins and food supplements as they may change the effectiveness or increase the risk of Furosemide side effects.
Additional drug information
The medicines should be kept out of reach and sight of children. You should take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid off-label use of the medication. If you are unsure about anything related to Furosemide contact your health care provider or pharmacist. You can also apply to our customer support service.
