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Can you tell me is lasix (furosemide) really effective for water retention in ankle and foot?
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Yes: Lasix (furosemide) helps to reduce fluid from all over the body.
Answered 6/23/2016
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Lasix (furosemide): Furosemide (Lasix, Fusid or Fumex) is a diuretic that is used to treat edema & congestive heart failure. It can be beneficial for edema of feet/ankles.
Answered 4/26/2018
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