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Furosemide is used for:
Treating fluid build-up and swelling caused by congestive heart failure, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease. It is also used in combination with other medicines to treat fluid build-up in the lungs. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Furosemide is a loop diuretic. Loop diuretics make the kidneys eliminate larger amounts of electrolytes (especially sodium and potassium salts) and water than normal (diuretic effect). Loop diuretics are useful for treating many conditions in which salt and water retention (eg, edema, swelling) is a problem.
Do NOT use Furosemide if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Furosemide
- you are unable to urinate
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
How to use Furosemide :
Use Furosemide as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Furosemide is usually given as an injection at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic. If you will be using Furosemide at home, a health care provider will teach you how to use it. Be sure you understand how to use Furosemide . Follow the procedures you are taught when you use a dose. Contact your health care provider if you have any questions.
- Do not use Furosemide if it contains particles, is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged.
- Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Ask your health care provider how to dispose of these materials after use. Follow all local rules for disposal.
- Furosemide may increase the amount of urine or cause you to urinate more often when you first start taking it. To keep this from disturbing your sleep, try to take your dose before 6 pm.
- If you miss a dose of Furosemide , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Furosemide .
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