General information about Lasix buy online
Furosemide (INN) or frusemide is a loop diuretic used in the treatment of congestive heart failure and edema. Lasix is the BRAND NAME of Furosemide. Lasix eliminate water and salt from the body. In the kidneys, salt (composed of sodium and chloride), water, and other small molecules normally are filtered out of the blood and into the tubules of the kidney. The filtered fluid ultimately becomes urine. This medication is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Medical uses of Lasix: hypertension and edema. It is the first line agent in most people with edema due to congestive heart failure. Edema associated with heart failure, hepatic cirrhosis, renal impairment, nephrotic syndrome. Hypertension. Adjunct in cerebral/pulmonary edema where rapid diuresis, i.e. lowering body water content by inducing urination, is required (IV injection). It is also sometimes used in the management of severe hypercalcemia in combination with adequate rehydration. Before taking Lasix ell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies.
Side effects of Lasix: dry mouth, thirst, nausea, vomiting; feeling weak, drowsy, restless, or light-headed; fast or uneven heartbeat; muscle pain or weakness; urinating less than usual or not at all; easy bruising or bleeding, unusual…
Furosemide can cause very rapid diuresis and can lead to very critical fluid and electrolyte imbalance. Dosage needs to be individualized, and medical supervision is needed.
Many of the serious lasix side effects are metabolic abnormalities like severe hypokalemia, other electrolyte imbalances, metabolic alkalosis, severe volume depletion and low blood pressure. Other can be related to bone hematopoietic disorders and include thrombocytopenia, aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia, leukopenia, agranulocytosis and eosinophilia. Serious side effects of the skin: erythema multiforme, exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, and toxic epidermal necrolysis. Serious vascular lasix side effects can be vasculitis and thrombosis. Interstitial nephritis, pancreatitis, cholestatic jaundice, and exacerbation of systemic lupus erythematosis, etc.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney problems, liver problems, inability to make urine, gout, lupus. If you have diabetes, furosemide may affect your blood sugar level. Check your blood sugar level regularly as directed and share the results with your doctor.
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