Description: 

Furosemide is a diuretic used to treat fluid retention (edema) caused by heart, kidney, or liver disease. 

Prescription: 

Available by prescription only.

Dosage:

•      Adults and elderly: 1-2 tablets (20-40mg) in the morning, or as directed by your doctor.
•      Children and adolescents (under 18 years): Not recommended, as safety in this age group has not been established.

Therapeutic Category: 

• Diuretic.

Active Ingredients/Composition: 

• Furosemide 20mg or 40mg.

Variant: 

• Furosemide 20mg and 40mg tablets.

Consume Type: 

• Oral tablets.

Directions/Usage:

 Swallow tablets whole with a glass of water, preferably before a meal.

Common Side Effects:

•     Excessive depletion of bodily fluids and minerals (e.g., sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium).
•     Thirst, headache, confusion, muscle cramps, and gastrointestinal problems.

Package Type: 

Blister pack.

Storage Advice: 

Store at room temperature (15-30°C/59-86°F), protect from direct sunlight and heat sources.

 Safety Advice:

•      Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Furosemide Tablets.
•      Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel dizzy or unwell.

 Product Substitutes: 

• Other diuretics, such as bendroflumethiazide.

 Manufacturer/Marketer: 

• Various pharmaceutical companies.

Country of Origin:

•  UK.