Edemann

Edemann

furosemide

Manufacturer:

Yu Sheng

Distributor:

Littman
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Furosemide
Indications/Uses
Treatment of edema associated w/ CHF, liver cirrhosis & renal disease, including nephrotic syndrome. Adjunctive therapy in acute pulmonary edema. Treatment of HTN w/ or w/o other antihypertensives.
Dosage/Direction for Use
½-1 tab/dose, frequency as determined by physician.
Administration
May be taken with or without food: May be taken w/ meals to reduce GI discomfort.
Contraindications
Hepatic cirrhosis & ascites, hepatic coma, severe electrolyte depletion, hypokalemia & metabolic alkalosis, severe progressive renal disease.
Special Precautions
DM, electrolyte imbalances must be corrected before initiating therapy. Azotemia, oliguria. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn. Elderly.
Drug Interactions
Aminoglycosides, ethacrynic acid, high dose of salicylates, tubocurarine, succinylcholine, lithium & norepinephrine.
MIMS Class
Diuretics
ATC Classification
C03CA01 - furosemide ; Belongs to the class of high-ceiling sulfonamide diuretics.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Edemann tab 40 mg
Packing/Price
100's (P759/pack)
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