Furosemide is a loop diuretic used to treat ascites (accumulation of abdominal fluid), pulmonary edema, pericardial effusion, congestive heart failure, liver disease and kidney disease.
Caution: Can cause dehydration and electrolyte abnormalities.
Storage
Oral, tablets and solutions: store in tightly closed light-resistant container at room temperature. Discard oral solution bottles 60 days after opening. Do not use if discolored.
Injection: protect containers from light. When packaged in Tubex cartridges (2 mL of 10 mg/mL) potency was retained for 3 months at room temperature. If exposed to refrigeration, solution may be used barring evidence of cracking, leaking, or other damage to glass containers. All intact ampules or syringes, when returned to room temperature, should be vigorously shaken to redissolve any constituents that may have crystallized out of solution; stability should not be affected. Do not use if discolored.
Disclaimer: Use at your own risk. We assume no responsibility for the use of the drug, dosages given and for any misstatement, error, negligent, or otherwise.
