Lasix (Generic)

Lasix is a loop diuretic used in the treatment of high blood pressure.

Consult a paediatrician for the use of this medicine in children.

This medicine is to be swallowed with a glass of water and maybe taken with or without food/milk.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

Lower back/side pain/ muscle pain/weakness/cramps/tiredness
Ringing in the ears/ dizziness/light-headedness
Severe stomach pain/stomach upset/pain
Tingling/numbness in the hands or feet
Dry mouth/fever/chills/sore throat
Increased sensitivity to the sun
Yellowing of the eyes/skin
Unusual bleeding/bruising
Blood in urine/stool
Irregular heartbeat
Loss of appetite
Increased thirst
Mood changes
Hearing loss
Headache
Vomiting
Skin rash
Diarrhea
Nausea

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

Medication used to relax muscles for surgery
High blood pressure medication
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
Certain antibiotic injections
Diabetes medication
Heart medication
Cholestyramine
Nitroglycerin
Water pills
Colestipol
Clofibrate
Hormones
Phenytoin
Dofetilide
Cisplatin
NSAIDs
Alcohol
Lithium

Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Keep all appointments with your doctor and all follow up tests.

Whilst on a course with this medication your skin may become more sensitive to the sun/ultraviolet rays.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.

If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.

If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.

Do not treat yourself with any OTC medication without consulting your health care professional.

If you are suffering from diabetes this medication could affect your blood sugar levels.

Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose.

Furosemide comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth. It usually is taken once a day in the morning or twice a day in the morning and afternoon. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take furosemide exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Furosemide controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Continue to take furosemide even if you feel well. Do not stop taking furosemide without talking to your doctor.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Store at room temperature between 15-30 degrees C (59-86 degrees F), away from heat and moisture.

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :

Low blood levels of calcium/chloride/potassium/magnesium/sodium
Heart disease/previous heart attack
Systemic lupus erythematosus
Difficulty passing urine
Liver/kidney disease
Hearing difficulty
Premature birth
Pancreatitis
Diarrhea
Diabetes
Gout