LASIX (Furosemide) IS WHAT WAS FOUND IN HER (VCB) SYSTEM Medical uses Furosemide is primarily used for the treatment of hypertension and edema.[3] It is the first-line agent in most people with edema due to congestive heart failure.[3] It is also used for hepatic cirrhosis, renal impairment, nephrotic syndrome, in adjunct therapy for cerebral/pulmonary edema where rapid diuresis is required (IV injection), and in the management of severe hypercalcemia in combination with adequate rehydration.[4] Adverse effects Although disputed,[5] it is considered ototoxic: "usually with large parenteral doses and rapid administration and in renal impairment".[6] Furosemide also can lead to gout due to hyperuricemia. Hyperglycemia is also a common side effect. The tendency, as for all loop diuretics, to cause low potassium levels (hypokalemia) has given rise to combination products, either with potassium itself (e.g. Lasix-K) or with the potassium-sparing diuretic amiloride (Co-amilofruse).
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