Brand Name: Lasix®
Generic Name: Furosemide
Strength: 20 mg / 2 mL (10 mg/mL)
Pack Size: 10 ampoules
Dosage Form: Solution for injection

Active Ingredient

• Furosemide 20 mg in 2 mL

Therapeutic Class

• Loop diuretic
• Injectable diuretic for rapid fluid removal

Indications
Furosemide injection is used when rapid diuresis is required or when oral administration is not possible, including:

• Acute pulmonary edema
• Congestive heart failure with fluid overload
• Edema associated with kidney disease
• Edema associated with liver disease
• Severe hypertension in selected clinical situations

How It Works
Furosemide acts on the loop of Henle in the kidneys, increasing the excretion of sodium, chloride, and water. This results in rapid reduction of excess body fluid and decreased blood pressure.

Administration

• Administered by intravenous (IV) or intramuscular (IM) injection.
• Should be given only under the supervision of qualified healthcare professionals.
• Dosage depends on the patient’s condition and clinical response.

Common Side Effects

• Increased urine output
• Dizziness
• Low blood pressure
• Dehydration
• Electrolyte disturbances (especially low potassium and sodium)
• Injection-site reactions

Warnings and Precautions

• Requires monitoring of fluid balance, kidney function, and electrolytes.
• Rapid excessive diuresis may cause dehydration and circulatory collapse.
• Use cautiously in patients with kidney impairment, liver disease, diabetes, or gout.
• Hearing disturbances may occur with high doses or rapid IV administration.

Storage

• Store below 25°C.
• Protect from light.
• Do not freeze.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Pharmaceutical Form

• Sterile solution for injection in glass ampoules.
• Concentration: 20 mg/2 mL.

Manufacturer
Lasix® was originally developed by Sanofi. Equivalent generic furosemide injections are manufactured by various pharmaceutical companies worldwide.

Classification

• Prescription-only medicine.
• Intended for hospital or clinical use under medical supervision.

Presentation

• Box containing 10 ampoules × 2 mL
• Each ampoule contains 20 mg furosemide.