Furosemid Omet Pharma
Furosemide Omet Pharma helps your body remove extra water, which can reduce swelling caused by heart, liver, or kidney problems, and can also lower high blood pressure.
Form
tabletti
Strength
20 mg
Active Ingredient
Furosemide
Manufacturer
Omet Pharma AB
How to Use
Dosage
The usual dose for adults is 20-80 mg daily, but your doctor will tell you exactly how much to take; for children, the doctor determines the dose based on weight, usually 1-3 mg/kg/day.
Method
Take the tablet(s) with a glass of water at least 30 minutes before a meal.
Important
Your doctor will determine your maximum daily dose, as it varies by condition; for children, it is usually 40 mg per day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Increased need to urinate
- •Feeling dizzy or lightheaded, especially when standing up, due to low blood pressure
- •Changes in blood mineral levels (like potassium or sodium) and dehydration, which can cause thirst, muscle cramps, weakness, stomach upset, or irregular heartbeat.
RARE
- •Allergic skin reactions like rash, itching, or hives
- •Hearing problems, including temporary or permanent deafness, or ringing in the ears
- •Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
- •Increased blood sugar levels
- •Severe skin reactions with blisters, peeling skin, or fever (e.g., Stevens-Johnson syndrome)
- •Changes in blood cell counts, such as too few white blood cells or platelets, or anemia (low red blood cells)
- •Liver problems (like jaundice or increased liver enzymes) or kidney problems (like inflammation)
- •Feeling confused or restless (in serious cases)
Important Warnings
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to furosemide or similar medicines (sulfonamides).
- Do not take this medicine if you have severe kidney disease with very little urine, or severe liver disease that affects your brain.
- Do not take this medicine if your blood has very low levels of potassium or sodium, or if you are severely dehydrated.
- Do not use this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
- This medicine can cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel dizzy or your attention is impaired.
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- If you have diabetes, your blood sugar levels might change. Your doctor will monitor this closely.