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Furosemide Injection 10 mg/mL (2 mL), (4 mL), (10 mL)
Furosemide Injection 10 mg/mL (2 mL), (4 mL), (10 mL)
For swelling.
Generic Name: Furosemide
Instructions
Instructions
This medicine is given as an injection.
Do not use the medicine if it contains any particles or if it has changed color.
Check the medicine before each use. If the liquid medicine has any particles in it, appears discolored, or if the vial appears damaged, do not use it.
Keep medicine at room temperature. Protect from light.
This medicine will make you urinate more. If you have difficulty passing urine, please tell your doctor.
This medicine can make you sensitive to the sun. Use sunscreen or protective clothing when in sun.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all your medicines. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines.
This medicine may affect your blood sugar levels. If you have diabetes, talk to your doctor before changing the dose of your diabetes medicine.
It is very important that you follow your doctor's instructions for all blood tests.
Cautions
Cautions
Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.
Some patients taking this medicine have experienced serious side effects. Please speak with your doctor to understand the risks and benefits associated with this medicine.
Do not use the medication any more than instructed.
This medicine may cause dizziness or fainting, especially after exercising or in hot weather. Be very careful when standing or sitting up quickly.
Your ability to stay alert or to react quickly may be impaired by this medicine. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medicine will affect you.
Please check with your doctor before drinking alcohol while on this medicine.
Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Do not start or stop any other medicines without first speaking to your doctor or pharmacist.
Ask your pharmacist how to properly throw away used needles or syringes.
Side Effects
Side Effects
The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.
- constipation
- dizziness
- dry mouth
- headaches
- high blood sugar
- low blood pressure
- pain, redness, swelling near injection
- liver problems
- red, burning, or itchy skin
- stomach upset or abdominal pain
- increased urinary frequency
- blurring or changes of vision
If you have any of the following side effects, you may be getting too much medicine. Please contact your doctor to let them know about these side effects.
- drowsiness or sedation
- lack of energy and tiredness
- irritability
- muscle cramps
- muscle pain or weakness
- tight or rigid muscles
- thirst
- unsteadiness while walking
- urinating less often
- dark urine
Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:
- shallow, irregular breathing
- changes in memory, mood, or thinking
- confusion
- ear problems (ringing in the ears, hearing loss)
- fainting
- numbness or tingling in hands and feet
- fast or irregular heart beats
- kidney problems
- kidney stones
- signs of liver damage (such as yellowing of eye or skin, dark urine, or unusual tiredness)
- seizures
- light colored stool
- severe or persistent vomiting
A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.
Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This document tells you briefly how to take your medicine, but it does not tell you all there is to know about it. Your doctor or pharmacist may give you other documents about your medicine. Please talk to them if you have any questions. Always follow their advice.
There is a more complete description of this medicine available in English. Scan this code on your smartphone or tablet or use the web address below. You can also ask your pharmacist for a printout. If you have any questions, please ask your pharmacist.
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