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Could getting lasix (furosemide) cause terrible leg and right side pain?

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Lasix (furosemide): If you diurese from Lasix (furosemide) and wash out potassium, calcium and magnesium; you could get severe cramps causing pains as you describe.

Answered 5/18/2021

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Muscle cramps: Overly aggressive use of Lasix (furosemide) can lead to muscle cramps (like a "charley-horse"). Is that what you're describing? If so, ask your doc about reducing the dose.

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Please help docs! is Lasix (furosemide) really effective for water retention in ankle and foot?

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