Drug Information
Generic Name:
Furosemide
Pronunciation:
feur-OH-sah-mide
Product Name:
Lasix
Category:
Diuretics
How is it given?:
by mouth (PO), intravenous (IV), intramuscular (IM) (rarely)
Uses:
Congestive heart failure, pulmonary edema, high blood pressure, edema
Comment:
Furosemide is a highly effective drug for patients with acute pulmonary edema and congestive heart failure. Usually used in combination with other drugs for treatment of high blood pressure.