Lasix
Utilized to alleviate oedema to support fluid balance.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Furosemide
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 40 · 100mg
Lasix details
- Conditions
- Oedema · Hypertension
- Therapeutic class
- Loop Diuretic
- Pharmacological class
- Sulfonamide diuretic
- Contraindications
- hypovolaemia; dehydration; anuria
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor serum electrolytes; potential for dehydration
- Minor side effects
- polyuria; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- dehydration; hypotension; muscle cramps
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- utilized to alleviate oedema to support fluid balance.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Sanofi
- Onset Time
- 1 hour
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
- aminoglycosides; lithium
Serious side effects
ototoxicity, requires immediate medical attention; agranulocytosis, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
it inhibits the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the loop of Henle, significantly increasing urine flow.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: use only if benefit outweighs risk. Breastfeeding: monitor infant for diuresis.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Lasix
Lasix provides the active ingredient furosemide, commonly used for the management of oedema and hypertension. Patients rely on this medication to clear excess fluid from the body. Produced by Sanofi, these tablets are supplied in strengths of 40mg and 100mg.
Buying Lasix online
Lasix is registered across 14 markets including Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea, with distribution also across Japan, the UAE and Singapore. For expats or travellers located far from well-stocked suppliers, ordering Lasix online provides a convenient way to maintain a consistent supply. Generic furosemide, often manufactured in India, serves as a popular and affordable alternative to the original Sanofi name for those managing regular care.