Drug Details
Therapeutic Class:
Loop diuretics (water pills)
Forms:
Tablet, oral solution, vial for injection
Administration:
By mouth and intravenous
Therapeutic Uses:
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Edema (fluid retention or swelling due to liver disease, kidney disease, or congestive heart failure)
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
What is furosemide (Lasix)?
Furosemide (fyoor oh se mide) is a powerful loop diuretic (water pill or fluid lowering drug) that makes you urinate more than usual.
Who can take furosemide (Lasix)?
Furosemide may be prescribed to adults and children. In children, the furosemide dose is based on body weight. Older adults are given this medication with caution, starting at the lower end of the furosemide dose range.
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