Lasix 40 Mg

Lasix 40 Mg (Furosemide)

What Is The Generic Name For Lasix 40 Mg

Furosemide is the generic version for Lasix 40 mg

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Lasix 40 Mg (Furosemide)

• Lasix

About Lasix 40 Mg (Furosemide)

Lasix 40 mg contains an active ingredient, Furosemide, which is mainly used in the treatment of Hypertension. It is usually available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and can be given by doctor’s prescription only.

Manufacturer:

Sanofi (India) is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Lasix 40 mg. 

Strength:

Lasix 40 mg contains an active ingredient, Furosemide, 40 mg which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Lasix 40 Mg (Furosemide)

Lasix 40 mg is used in the treatment of:

• Hypertension
• Hypercalcemia (Increased Calcium Levels)
• Congestive Heart Failures
• Edema

How Lasix 40 Mg (Furosemide) Works

Lasix 40 mg has an active ingredient, Furosemide, is a Diuretic. It basically acts on kidney and removes excess water and electrolytes from the body through urine.

Before You Use Lasix 40 Mg (Furosemide)

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Furosemide
• You are not having any serious Disease
• You are not having Diabetes as Lasix 40 mg may raise your Glucose Levels
• You do not have Liver/Kidney/Thyroid problems
• Your doctor knows about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

What Should You Avoid While Taking Lasix 40 Mg (Furosemide)

• You should avoid taking alcohol  
• You should avoid Driving
• Avoid standing up suddenly from a sitting or lying position
• You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Lasix 40 Mg (Furosemide)

You should not take Lasix 40 mg if you:

• Have ever noticed any allergy/hypersensitivity
• Have severe Liver/Kidney Disease
• Have mental Disorders
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

Tell Your Doctor If You

• Have Allergy To The Tablet
• Have Thyroid Disease
• Have Heart Problems
• Have any Heart Problem
• Have any Kidney or Liver Disease
• Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs
• Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive
• Are Breastfeeding

Dosage

Lasix 40 mg contains an active ingredient, Furosemide, which is used in the treatment of Hypertension and Edema. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Lasix 40 mg at a fixed time with or without the food as instructed by your Doctor. Try to take it by daytime only to avoid sleep disturbances to night time.

How Much Of The Lasix 40 Mg (Furosemide) to Be Used

Lasix 40 mg is available in various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores. Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Lasix 40 mg.

How To Take The Lasix 40 Mg (Furosemide)

Lasix 40 mg dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You must swallow the tablet as a whole with water. Do not try to chew or crush it. It is better to take it with food or without food.

Lasix 40 mg is usually taken once daily, preferably in the daytime to prevent sleep disturbances.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Lasix 40 Mg (Furosemide)

You are always advised to take Lasix 40 mg as prescribed by your doctor. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by the doctor. You are not advised to take it in smaller or larger amount or for a longer time than recommended.

Overdose:

Contact your doctor immediately if you suspect an Overdose.

Missed Dose:

You should try to take every dose of Lasix 40 mg at a fixed time. A missed dose of Lasix 40 mg should be taken as soon as you remember. Just skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Lasix 40 Mg (Furosemide)

• Low Potassium and Magnesium
• Decreased Calcium Level
• Hearing Impairment
• Headache
• Weakness
• Increased Sensitivity of the Skin to Sunlight
• Muscle Spasm
• Skin Rash
• Low Potassium and Magnesium
• Decreased Calcium Level
• Hearing Impairment
• Headache
• Weakness
• Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
• Muscle spasm

What Are The Common Drug Interactions

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Lasix 40 mg. It can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
• Aminoglycoside Antibiotics
• Antidepressants
• It has interaction with Diabetic Condition also.

Warning And Precaution

Lasix 40 mg can worsen the conditions like:

• Allergy
• Anuria
• Hearing Problem
• Volume Depletion and Electrolyte Imbalance
• Liver Injury with Cirrhosis and Ascites
• Always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from all these conditions.

Things To Remember

• Do not take high dose or longer dose as it may reduce excessive water and electrolytes causing serious conditions.
• Take potassium rich diet to avoid reduction of Potassium Levels in body.
• Keep monitoring your Electrolyte Levels, Glucose Levels, Lipid Levels and Blood Pressure.
• Keep monitoring your Kidney Functions.
• Keep out of reach of children
• Always read the information written on the leaflet of medicine.
• Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding dose, time and strength of the Tablet.

Indications

Lasix 40 mg should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this tablet for longer time than prescribed by the Doctor.

Storage

Store the Lasix 40 mg at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the strip of the tablets should be intact and are not damaged.