Furosemide is a diuretic used to treat fluid build-up, most commonly due to heart failure. It can treat fluid found in the lungs, kidney diseases, congestive heart failure and other heart diseases. It may also be prescribed in addition to other drugs to treat high blood pressure, high potassium blood levels, fluid in the abdomen and certain types of tissue swelling.
Brand name versions of this drug include Salix, Lasix, and Disal.
This medication comes in oral tablet, oral syrup, oral solution, and injectible forms.
Indications
For the treatment of edema associated with cardiac insufficiency and acute non-inflammatory tissue edema in dogs, cats and horses.
Tablet
Furosemide
Oral Solution
Furosemide
Oral Syrup
Furosemide
Injectible
Furosemide - see packaging for additional ingredients
Speak with your veterinarian and follow your pet's prescription for specific dosing instructions for your pet.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 68°F - 77°F (20°C - 25°C). Protect product from light.