LASIX INJECTION

Lasix Injection

Prescription Required

MANUFACTURER

Sanofi India Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Furosemide (10mg/ml)

STORAGE

Store below 30°C

INTRODUCTION

Lasix Injection belongs to a group of medicines called diuretics. It is used for the emergency treatment of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency), as it reduces the blood pressure immediately. It also rapidly reduces the swelling (edema) caused by too much water in the body.

Lasix Injection helps your body get rid of extra water and salt through urine. It is commonly used to treat people with excess fluid build-up due to heart failure, liver or kidney disease. It is injected into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor may monitor your blood pressure after giving this medicine.

Common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, weakness, dehydration, decreased potassium level in blood, increased blood uric acid, decreased magnesium level in blood, and increased thirst. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they bother you or do not go away.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests and electrolyte levels is important while using this medicine.

It may reduce the potassium level in your blood so your doctor may ask you to add potassium-rich foods to your diet (such as bananas, coconut water, etc.) or prescribe supplements. Any medication that is advised by your doctor for the long-term treatment of your underlying condition should be continued even after this emergency injection.

USES OF LASIX INJECTION

Treatment of Hypertensive emergency

Treatment of Edema

BENEFITS OF LASIX INJECTION

In Treatment of Hypertensive emergency

Lasix Injection blocks the effect of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down the heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force thereby lowering your blood pressure. This medicine is injected into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. It is used for immediate reduction of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency). A controlled blood pressure reduces the risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems.

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SIDE EFFECTS OF LASIX INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Lasix

Dizziness

Weakness

Dehydration

Decreased potassium level in blood

Increased blood uric acid

Decreased magnesium level in blood

Increased thirst

HOW TO USE LASIX INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW LASIX INJECTION WORKS

Lasix Injection is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced.