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Furosemide is used to treat peripheral edema due to CHF, hepatic or renal disease, or hypertension. It Inhibits the reabsorption of sodium and chloride from the loop of Henle and distal renal tubule. It may have renal and peripheral vasodilatory effects. Normal dosage range 20-80 mg / day as a single dose initially, may repeat in 6-8 hr; may increase dose by 20-40mg q 6 hours
Furosemide is used to treat peripheral edema due to CHF, hepatic or renal disease, or hypertension. It Inhibits the reabsorption of sodium and chloride from the loop of Henle and distal renal tubule. It may have renal and peripheral vasodilatory effects. Normal dosage range 20-80 mg / day as a single dose initially, may repeat in 6-8 hr; may increase dose by 20-40mg q 6 hours
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Furosemide is used to treat peripheral edema due to CHF, hepatic or renal disease, or hypertension. It Inhibits the reabsorption of sodium and chloride from the loop of Henle and distal renal tubule. It may have renal and peripheral vasodilatory effects. Normal dosage range 20-80 mg / day as a single dose initially, may repeat in 6-8 hr; may increase dose by 20-40mg q 6 hours
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Generic Name Trade Classification Dose Route Time/frequency
furosemide Name loop diuretics 20 mg PO BID
Lasix Peak Onset Duration Normal dosage range 30 min 5 min 2 hr 20-80 mg/day as a single dose initially, may repeat in 6-8 hr; may increase dose by 20-40mg q 6 hours until desired response. Why is your patient getting this medication For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and/or Peripheral edema solutions N/A Mechanism of action and indications Nursing Implications (what to focus on) (Why med ordered) Contraindications/warnings/interactions Inhibits the reabsorption of sodium and chloride from the Hypersensitivity, Pre-existing electrolyte imbalance, Use loop of Henle and distal renal tubule. Increases renal cautiously in: Severe liver disease (may precipitate hepatic coma; excretion of water, sodium, chloride, magnesium, hydrogen, concurrent use with potassium-sparing diuretics may be and calcium. May have renal and peripheral vasodilatory necessary), Electrolyte depletion, effects. Effectiveness persists in impaired renal function. Common side effects Indicated for Edema due to CHF, Hepatic or renal disease, or dehydration, hypochloremia, hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia, hypertention. hyponatremia, hypovolemia, metabolic alkalosis Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or Lab value alterations caused by medicine herbal medicines (ask patient specifically) May cause ↓ serum potassium, calcium, and magnesium Increased risk of hypokalemia with corticosteroids, concentrations. May also cause ↑ BUN, serum glucose, creatinine, and uric acid levels Be sure to teach the patient the following about this medication Caution patient to change positions slowly to minimize orthostatic hypotension. Instruct patient to consult health care professional regarding a diet high in potassium. Advise patient to consult health care professional before taking OTC medication or herbal products concurrently with this therapy. Instruct patient to notify health care professional of medication regimen before treatment or surgery. Caution patient to use sunscreen and protective clothing to prevent photosensitivity reactions. Nursing Process- Assessment Assessment Evaluation (Pre-administration assessment) Why would you hold or not give Check after giving Monitor blood pressure and pulse before and this med? Decrease in edema, during administration. Assess for allergy to Dehydration, excessive weight gain increase in urinary output sulfonamides. Assess fluid status during therapy. Monitor daily weight, intake and output ratios, amount and location of edema, lung sounds, skin turgor, and mucous membranes.