This drug has no other brand names in the United States. Lasix is classificatied as is antihypertensive and diuretic. Lasix is commonly used for the treatment of hypertension and management of edema associated with heart failure. Lasix does not have any off-label uses. The major side effects or adverse reactions are acute hypotension, orthostatic hypotension, vertigo, and hyperglycemia. Contraindications include hypersensitivity to furosemide or any other component of the drug formulation. Interactions with other drugs involve ACE inhibitors, analgesics, antidiabetics, antihypertensives, barbiturates, and herbs with hypotensive and hypertensive properties. Taking Lasix during pregnancy can cause an increase in birth weight. Caution should be used for women who are …show more content…
This drug is classified as an electrolyte supplement that is used to treat or prevent the condition of hypokalemia. There are no off-label uses for this drug. Significant adverse reactions consist of hyperkalemia, abdominal pain, and gastrointestinal bleeding or obstruction. Contraindications include hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation of the drug. Major drug interactions are with ACE inhibitors, anticholinergic agents, and heparin. There are no pregnancy or nursing considerations with potassium