Furosemide

• Furosemide is available by prescription only.

• Furosemide is a potent diuretic drug used in animals who suffer from fluid retention.

• Most often, furosemide is used in dogs and cats to reduce fluid accumulation and prevent further edema.

• Furosemide is used to treat...

• congestive heart failure

• pulmonary edema, or fluid in the lungs

• high blood pressure

• high calcium and potassium levels

• liver disease

• some kidney diseases

• Furosemide prevents the absorption of chloride, sodium, potassium, and water, leading to increased urine production.

• Increased urine production helps the kidneys remove excess fluid from the lungs and body cavities.

• Furosemide is available in...

• an oral solution

• a tablet

• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

• Do not use in animals with known hypersensitivity to furosemide or other sulfa drugs.

• Furosemide is a diuretic, so your pet should be drinking and urinating more frequently.

• Let your veterinarian know if your pet is pregnant or lactating.

• Use with caution if your pet also suffers from...

• kidney failure

• dehydration

• electrolyte abnormalities

• diabetes

• liver disease

• Do not administer furosemide if your pet is not urinating.

• Furosemide may cause sensitivity to sunlight.

• Periodic bloodwork is necessary to monitor kidney and liver values.

• Notify your veterinarian if your pet is taking any other medications, especially...

• other heart and blood pressure medications, such as theophylline

• steroids

• digoxin

• aspirin

• Store at room temperature, protected from light and moisture.

• Use as directed by your veterinarian.

• Follow the instructions printed on the prescription label.

• Store furosemide at room temperature.

• Be sure to complete the prescription to ensure a full recovery, even if your pet seems to be improving, unless instructed otherwise by your veterinarian.

• Duration of administration depends on the condition being treated, response to the medication, and development of any adverse effects.

• Allow your pet access to plenty of water while on furosemide.

• In the case of a missed dose of furosemide, give it as soon as you remember, or wait until it is time to give the next dose. DO NOT GIVE A DOUBLE DOSE OF FUROSEMIDE.

• In the case of an overdose of furosemide, seek attention from your veterinarian.

• The following symptoms could be signs of an overdose...

• loss of appetite

• weakness

• dizziness

• disorientation

• fainting

• Adverse reactions and serious side effects are rare, but in the case of an adverse reaction or a serious side effect you should stop furosemide treatment and seek veterinary attention.

• Some common signs of an allergic reaction or serious side effect are...

• facial swelling

• breathing difficulties

• fainting

• fever

• hair loss

• lesions

• dark urine

• yellowing of the skin