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Composition :

FUROSEMIDE-250MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sanofi India Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

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About Lasix 250 mg Injection

Lasix 250 mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called loop diuretics used to treat oedema. It may also be used in the treatment of extremely high blood pressure that may lead to life-threatening conditions (hypertensive crisis). Oedema, also known as fluid overload, occurs due to the build-up of fluid in spaces between the tissues leading to swelling. Hypertension or high blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery wall increases.

Lasix 250 mg Injection contains Furosemide, which works by increasing the amount of urine that is passed out from the kidneys. It effectively reduces excess fluid levels in the body and treats oedema (swelling) associated with heart, liver, kidney, or lung disease. This reduces the workload on the heart and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, it helps to lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke.

Lasix 250 mg Injection will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience frequent urination (peeing more than normal), feeling thirsty, dry mouth, headache, feeling confused or dizzy, nausea or vomiting. Most of these side effects of Lasix 250 mg Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components in Lasix 250 mg Injection. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from kidney, liver, or heart disease. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not drive or operate machinery as Lasix 250 mg Injection may cause dizziness. Lasix 250 mg Injection is recommended for children and adolescents under the age of 15 only in exceptional cases. Avoid alcohol intake while on treatment with Lasix 250 mg Injection as it may cause excessive lowering of blood pressure.

Uses of Lasix 250 mg Injection

Oedema (swelling), Hypertension (high blood pressure).

Directions for Use

Lasix 250 mg Injection will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Lasix 250 mg Injection contains furosemide, a loop diuretic which increases the excretion of salt and water through urine by acting on a targeted or specific part of the kidney called the loop of Henle. Thereby decreasing fluid in the tissues, and aiding in treating swelling (oedema). It also helps reduce the workload on the heart and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, treats high blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you have/had low blood pressure (hypotension), liver disease, diabetes, any difficulty peeing, Addison's disease (a rare disorder of the adrenal glands), gout, dehydration (being thirsty, having a dry mouth), and electrolyte imbalance. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy; your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Lasix 250 mg Injection. Do not drive or operate machinery as Lasix 250 mg Injection may cause dizziness. Avoid alcohol intake while on treatment with Lasix 250 mg Injection as it may cause excessive lowering of blood pressure.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Lasix 250 mg Injection:
Taking Ziprasidone with Lasix 250 mg Injection can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ziprasidone with Lasix 250 mg Injection is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, weakness, tiredness, drowsiness, confusion, muscle pain, cramps, dizziness, nausea, or vomiting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lasix 250 mg Injection:
Co-administration of Lasix 250 mg Injection may interfere with blood glucose control and lower the effectiveness of Glimepiride.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, glimepiride can be taken with Lasix 250 mg Injection if prescribed by the doctor. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lasix 250 mg Injection:
Coadministration of Streptomycin and Lasix 250 mg Injection may increase the risk or severity of hearing or kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Streptomycin and Lasix 250 mg Injection, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, hearing difficulty, swelling, body aches, increased or decreased urination, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lasix 250 mg Injection:
Concomitant administration of diclofenac and Lasix 250 mg Injection may decrease the therapeutic efficacy of Lasix 250 mg Injection and adversely affect renal function.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possible interaction between diclofenac and Lasix 250 mg Injection, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms like nausea, dizziness, irregular heartbeats, altered blood pressure, tingling. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lasix 250 mg Injection:
Taking Lasix 250 mg Injection with Tobramycin can increase the risk of hearing loss and kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Tobramycin and Lasix 250 mg Injection, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lasix 250 mg Injection:
Combining Tizanidine and Lasix 250 mg Injection can lower your blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tizanidine and Lasix 250 mg Injection together can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and changes in pulse or heart rate, contact your doctor immediately. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you, use caution when getting up from a sitting or lying position, and do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lasix 250 mg Injection:
Coadministration of Amikacin with Lasix 250 mg Injection can increase the risk of developing kidney disorder and other side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking amikacin and Lasix 250 mg Injection together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience ringing in the ears, irregular urination, muscle cramps, vomiting, or weakness, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
FurosemideTirzepatide
Moderate
How does the drug interact with Lasix 250 mg Injection:
Lasix 250 mg Injection may decrease the effectiveness of tirzepatide thereby causing the increase in blood glucose levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Close blood glucose monitoring is recommended when on treatment with Lasix 250 mg Injection.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Consume antioxidant-rich food. Blueberries, cherries, tomatoes, squash, and bell peppers are high in antioxidants.
  • Eat natural diuretic foods such as Asparagus, beets, green beans, grapes, onion, leafy greens, pineapple, pumpkin, and garlic.
  • Use healthy cooking oils like soybean, olive, canola, and coconut oil.
  • You should avoid refined foods such as white bread, spaghetti, sugar, and red meat.
  • Reduce or eliminate trans fatty acids, which are found in commercially baked items such as cookies, cakes, crackers, French fries, onion rings, doughnuts, and processed foods.
  • Avoid consumption of too much salt or salty food.
  • Regular physical activity or exercise like walking improves the blood flow.
  • Whenever possible, elevate your legs or the swollen area on a chair or pillows.
  • Avoid standing or sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure.
  • Spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Quitting smoking and alcohol consumption is the best strategy to lower the risk of many health complications.

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Therapeutic Class

DIURETIC

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FAQs

Lasix 250 mg Injection increases urine production to eliminate excess water (fluid retention) in the body. This reduces the fluid in the tissues, which helps in reducing swelling (oedema).

Parenteral therapy should only be used for patients unable to take oral medications or in an emergency clinical situation. Lasix 250 mg Injection is prescribed by the doctor when rapid and effective removal of excess fluid is required, for patients who cannot take it orally, in an emergency or during periods of extremely high blood pressure, which may result in life-threatening conditions.

Lasix 250 mg Injection is contraindicated in people with anuria (reduction or absence of urine) or a history of hypersensitivity to Furosemide.

Lasix 250 mg Injection may cause weight loss as your body loses water. However, do not use Lasix 250 mg Injection to lose weight. If you have any concerns regarding weight, consult your doctor.

Notify your doctor if you are taking lithium because Lasix 250 mg Injection decreases lithium renal clearance and increases the risk of lithium toxicity.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ARSENIC TRIOXIDE
  • DOLASETRON
  • AMIKACIN
  • AMIKACIN LIPOSOME
  • GENTAMICIN
  • KANAMYCIN
  • NEOMYCIN
  • NETILMICIN
  • PLAZOMICIN
  • STREPTOMYCIN
  • TOBRAMYCIN
  • AMINOLEVULINIC ACID
  • AMIODARONE
  • DRONEDARONE
  • DOFETILIDE
  • DESMOPRESSIN
  • DROPERIDOL
  • PIMOZIDE
  • ZIPRASIDONE
  • ETHACRYNIC ACID
  • LEVOMETHADYL ACETATE
  • LITHIUM
  • TIZANIDINE
  • ETELCALCETIDE
  • CISAPRIDE

Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood pressure daily, and if there is too much fluctuation, immediately contact the doctor.
  • If you plan to have a procedure that includes radiocontrast, do not take Lasix 250 mg Injection (as taking Lasix 250 mg Injection may increase the risk of kidney damage).
  • Regular monitoring of blood levels for electrolytes and kidney function is advised.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Oedema: Oedema, also known as fluid overload, occurs due to the build-up of fluid in the tissues. Oedema can occur due to medical conditions or lifestyle factors. Shortness of breath, chest pain (angina), abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmia), and swelling in hands or abdominal areas are the symptoms of oedema.

Hypertension: It is a chronic condition when blood pressure is too high. This condition can lead to hardened arteries (blood vessels), decreasing the blood and oxygen flow to the heart. Blood pressure is the measurement of the force the heart uses to pump blood to all body parts. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when blood supply to the heart is blocked). Additionally, high blood pressure also causes brain damage (stroke) and kidney failure. High blood pressure can be diagnosed with the help of a blood pressure monitor or sphygmomanometer. Systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart pumps blood out. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is the pressure when the heart is at the resting stage between heartbeats. If your blood pressure is 140/90 mm of Hg, it means the systolic pressure is 140 mm of Hg, and diastolic pressure is 90 mm of Hg. Ideal blood pressure is around 120/80 mm of Hg.

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