Description

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

Prescription

• Available by prescription only.

Dosage

•  Adults: 20-40mg (1-2mL) IV or IM, repeated as needed.
•  Children: 1-2mg/kg (0.1-0.2mL/kg) IV or IM, repeated as needed.

Therapeutic Category

• Diuretic, Loop diuretic

Active Ingredients/Composition

•  Furosemide 10mg/mL

Variant

• Furosemide Tablets, Furosemide Oral Solution

Consume Type

• Injectable solution (IV or IM)

Directions/Usage

•  Administer by slow IV injection or deep IM injection.
•  Monitor patient’s response and adjust dosage as needed.

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

• 10mL vial or ampoule

Storage Advice

•  Store at room temperature (15-30°C/59-86°F).
•  Protect from direct sunlight and heat sources.
•  Keep out of reach of children.

Safety Advice

• Use as directed by your doctor.
• Monitor blood pressure, electrolyte levels, and kidney function regularly.
•  Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Furosemide.

Product Substitutes

•  Other diuretics (e.g., bendroflumethiazide, spironolactone)
•  Other loop diuretics (e.g., bumetanide, torsemide)

Manufacturer/Marketer:

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries

Country of Origin:

Germany