Furosemide injection is used to treat edema (fluid retention; excess fluid held in body tissues) caused by various medical problems, including heart failure, pulmonary edema (excess fluid in the lungs), kidney, and liver disease. Furosemide is in a class of medications called diuretics (‘water pills’). It works by causing the kidneys to get rid of unneeded water and salt from the body into the urine.

Uses of Furosemide Injection IP –

• Oedema and/or ascites caused by cardiac or hepatic diseases
• Oedema caused by renal diseases
• Pulmonary oedema
• Hypertensive crisis (in addition to other therapeutic measures)

Side effects-

• Dizziness
• Lightheadedness headache
• Blurred vision
• Loss of appetite
• Stomach upset
• Diarrhea
• Constipation