Fusid 20 mg/2 ml (IM/IV Injection)
2 ml ampoule: ৳ 9.00 (2 x 5: ৳ 90.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Furosemide |
| Company | Square pharmaceuticals plc |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Fluid retention associated with chronic congestive cardiac failure
- Acute congestive cardiac failure
- Chronic renal failure
- Maintenance of fluid excretion in acute renal failure
- Nephrotic syndrome
- Liver disease
- Hypertension
- Hypertensive crisis
- Support of forced diuresis
Pharmacology
Furosemide is a monosulphonyl diuretic with distinctive action on renal tubular function
Dosage & Administration
- Dosage for adults and children
- Different dosages for edema and hypertension
- Dosage adjustment for elderly patients
- Maximum daily doses for various formulations
Interaction
- Potential interaction with ACE inhibitors
- Increased serum lithium levels
- Potentiation of nephrotoxic antibiotics
Contraindications
- Anuria
- Electrolyte deficiency
- Pre-comatose states associated with liver cirrhosis
- Hypersensitivity to furosemide or sulphonamides
Side Effects
- Disturbance of electrolytes and water balance
- Prolonged use effects
- Potential to provoke hyperglycemia and glycosuria
- Rare potential for acute gout
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy category C
- Cautious use in cardiogenic shock and first trimester
- Monitoring of blood pressure and pulse
- Caution in nursing mothers
Precautions & Warnings
- Increased risk in patients with prostatic hypertrophy or micturition impairment
- Hazardous tasks precautions
- Consideration for concomitant medications
Overdose Effects
- Signs and symptoms of acute or chronic overdose
- General management and lack of specific antidote
Therapeutic Class
Loop diuretics
Storage Conditions
Protection from light, expiry date, and keeping out of the reach of children