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At age 88, what are risk of being on lasix (furosemide) 40mg.precribe by my cardiologist
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Risk: Lasix (furosemide) is a diuretic (water pill), it may increase urination, you may lose potassium, may cause dehydration, mild renal abnormality etc..., but your doctor will monitor you for these possible secondary effects.
Answered 2/24/2018
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Have faith: Lasix (furosemide) is a very common medication that cardiologist have an intimate knowledge of. Likely reason is you have a mild amount of fluid retention and congestive heart failure for which Lasix (furosemide) would help eliminate the extra fluid. If too much, you can become dehydrated. Taking the med i the evening can lead to waking up to go to bathroom!
Answered 6/26/2014
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