What is Lasix?
Lasix is a loop diuretic (water pill) that prevents your body from
absorbing too much salt, allowing the salt to instead be passed in your
urine.Lasix treats fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive
heart failure, liver disease, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic
syndrome. This medication is also used to treat high blood pressure
(hypertension).Lasix may also be used for other purposes not listed
in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should
know about Lasix?
Do not use Lasix if you are unable to urinate.Before using this medication,
tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, gout, lupus,
diabetes, or an allergy to sulfa drugs.To be sure Lasix is not causing
harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis.
Your kidney or liver function may also need to be tested. Do not miss
any scheduled appointments.Lasix will make you urinate more often and
you may get dehydrated easily. Follow your doctor's instructions about
using potassium supplements or getting enough salt and potassium in
your diet.
Avoid becoming dehydrated. Follow your doctor's instructions about the
type and amount of liquids you should drink while you are taking this
medication.
If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using Lasix even
if you feel fine. High blood pressure often has no symptoms.
How should I take Lasix?
Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not
take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended
by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.Your
doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best
results from Lasix.
Lasix will make you urinate more often and you may get dehydrated easily.
Follow your doctor's instructions about using potassium supplements
or getting enough salt and potassium in your diet.To be sure Lasix is
not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a
regular basis. Your kidney or liver function may also need to be tested.
Do not miss any scheduled appointments.
If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using Lasix even
if you feel fine. High blood pressure often has no symptoms.
Store Lasix at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Lasix is sometimes used only once, so you may not be on a dosing schedule.
If you are using the medication regularly, take the missed dose as soon
as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed
dose and wait until your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take
extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much
of this medicine. Overdose symptoms may include ringing in your ears,
loss of appetite, weakness, dizziness, confusion, feeling light-headed,
or fainting.
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