Why is Furosemide prescribed?
Furosemide is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and other conditions that require the elimination of excess fluid (water) from the body. These conditions include congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, and kidney disease. When used to treat high blood pressure, furosemide is effective alone or in combination with other high blood pressure medications. Diuretics help your body produce and eliminate more urine, which helps lower blood pressure. Furosemide is classified as a “loop diuretic” because of its point of action in the kidneys. Furosemide is also used with other drugs in people with fluid accumulation in the lungs. What is the most important information I should know about furosemide? To reduce nighttime urination, take furosemide early in the day unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Promptly report any muscle weakness or cramps to your doctor. What is furosemide? Furosemide is in a class of drugs called loop diuretics (water pills). It decreases the amo
