What is Furosemide Used For?
Furosemide is used for the treatment of high blood pressure and the reduction of extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in the arms, legs, and abdomen.
Furosemide Ingredients
Active ingredient: furosemide 40mg
Other ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, sodium starch glycolate, povidone, maize starch
How Does Furosemide Work?
Furosemide is a strong diuretic (water pill) that helps your body to get rid of excess water and it does this by working on the kidney to increase the amount of urine your body makes. If you take too much of this Furosemide, it can lead to very low amounts of water and electrolytes in your body.
Furosemide 40mg Tablet Dosage
Adults: The initial dose is 40mg two times per day.
This is subject to change by your doctor.
Furosemide Tablet Side Effects
- Peeing more than normal
- Feeling thirsty
- Dry mouth
- Headaches
- Feeling confused or dizzy
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Muscle cramps
How long does Furosemide 40mg tablet take to work?
Furosemide tablet starts to work within 1 hour and most people need to pee about 30 minutes after taking furosemide, and again within a few hours.
What should you avoid when taking furosemide?
If you’re taking furosemide which is a diuretic it’s important not to have too much salt in your food because too much salt can stop it from working
What is the price of a Furosemide tablet in Nigeria?
The price is listed as ₦100 in Drugstore.ng, Nigeria’s largest online pharmacy store.
Where can you buy Furosemide tablets in Nigeria?
Buy Furosemide tablets online at Drugstore.ng, Nigeria’s largest online pharmacy store.
