# Furosemide (Lasix)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/furosemide
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Furosemide?

Furosemide (brand name: Lasix) is a loop diuretic. It is prescribed to treat hypertension, nephrotic syndrome, ascites. Across the United States, 276,000 doctors prescribe Furosemide to approximately 6.5 million Medicare patients, making it one of the 50 most prescribed drugs in America.

## Brand names

Lasix

## Indications

Furosemide is prescribed for several conditions including hypertension, nephrotic syndrome, ascites, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Hypertension](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/hypertension)
- [Nephrotic Syndrome](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/nephrotic-syndrome)
- [Ascites](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/ascites)
- [Kidney Failure](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/kidney-failure)
- [Chronic](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/chronic)
- [Liver Cirrhosis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/liver-cirrhosis)
- [Edema](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/edema)
- [Acute Kidney Injury](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/acute-kidney-injury)
- [Pulmonary Edema](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pulmonary-edema)
- [Heart Failure](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/heart-failure)

## Mechanism of action

causing the kidneys to get rid of unneeded water and salt from the body

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Loop Diuretic [EPC]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

anemia, blurred vision, fever, hypotension, nausea, pruritus, vomiting

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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