Question 1

what is the function of furosemide?

Accepted Answer

Furosemide (Lasix): It is a loop diuretic ("water pill") that blocks sodium reabsorption in a portion of kidney tubules ("loop of Henle"--hence the name "loop" diuretic) and is often prescribed to relieve edema (swelling) in patients with chronic kidney disease or hypertension.

Question 2

please describe the medication: furosemide?

Accepted Answer

Lasix (furosemide): A loop diuretic, inhibits the active  reabsorption of sodium and potassium in the ascending loop of henley which leads to increased urinary sodium and passive flow of water and thus diuresis.

Question 3

what could happen if someone took 15 40mg tablets of furosemide?

Accepted Answer

Ladin: For most people that much furosemide would cause excess dieresis perhaps with renal failure and other high dose side effects. Hearing problems have been reported. Electrolytes can be disordered if large volume diuresis.

Question 4

what could happen if someone took 25 40mg tablets of furosemide?

Accepted Answer

Overdose: "Could" cause Overdose w/LASIX (furosemide) can cause dehydration, hypotension, electrolyte imbalance, hypokalemia and hypochloremic alkalosis.
The acute toxicity of LASIX (furosemide) has been determined in mice, rats and dogs. In all three, the oral LD50 exceeded 1000 mg/kg body weight, while the intravenous LD50 ranged from 300 to 680 mg/kg.

Question 5

does lasix (furosemide) work the same as torsemide?

Accepted Answer

Almost: Both these medications are loop diuretics. They work very similarly however some properties such as absorption, duration and onset of action are different.

Question 6

how effective is furosemide for treating hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Not Very Effective: Furosemide is  loop diuretic and is good as a diuretic but not very effective in lowering BP in patients with Hypetension

Question 7

which is better: lasix (furosemide) or spironolactone?

Accepted Answer

Lasix (furosemide) is stronger: To remove water effectively, you need lasix, (furosemide) not spironolactone. However, spironolactone has special uses in liver disease and in some heart cases. For kidney disease, Lasix (furosemide) is more effective. Spironolactone should be used with caution in these cases due to risk of high potassium that could have serious effects.

Question 8

is it common to be prescribed adipex in conjunction with furosemide?

Accepted Answer

No: Adipex is an appetite suppressant and Furosemide is a diuretic....This sounds like a potentially dangerous weight loss regimen...Talk to your physician.

Question 9

is it possible for you to take motrin and lasix (furosemide) at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Motrin+Lasix: In general nsaids such as Motrin are known for their potential side effects on kidneys. Lasix (furosemide) can make you dehydrated and more prone to the adverse effects of motrin, therefore i would recommend that you exercise caution with Motrin and limit it to short periods of time and low dosing.

Question 10

i ran out of furosemide but i have some torsemide  so could i take them instead?

Accepted Answer

Diuretics: Both furosemide (F) and torsemide (T) are loop diuretics and should promote excess fluid to be urinated out of your body. Speak to your physician as to the dose of T to take to replace the F you ran out of. Good luck.

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