Product
Furosemide Tablets
Product Information
Furosemide is a diuretic. It is used to help reduce the amount of water in the pet’s body by increasing the flow of urine.
For
Dogs, Cats, Horses
Generic Name
Furosemide
Brand Names
Disal®, Lasix®, Salix®
Drug Class
Loop Diuretic
Product Description & Form
*Tablet size, color, shape, markings, or coating may be different from description. Furosemide is a generic medication, and therefore we may have different manufacturers at any given time. Tablets may vary in appearance.
Current Manufacturer: Leading Pharma, LLC
Furosemide 20 mg Tablets 30 ct, 60 ct, & 100 ct: 5 mm, white to off-white, round tablet, not scored, imprinted with EP;116. (NDC 69315-0116-10, 69315-0116-10, 69315-0116-01)
Furosemide 40 mg Tablets 60 ct & 100 ct: 8 mm, white to off-white, round tablet, scored in half, imprinted with EP;117;40. (NDC 69315-0117-01, 69315-0117-01)
Furosemide 80 mg Tablets 60 ct & 500 ct: 9 mm, white to off-white, round tablet, scored in half, imprinted with EP;118;80. (NDC 69315-0118-05, 69315-0118-05)
Benefits
- Used to treat congestive heart failure, some other heart diseases, pulmonary edema (fluid in the lungs), certain kidney diseases, high blood pressure, high potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia), ascites (fluid in the abdomen), and certain kinds of tissue swelling
- Helps these conditions by decreasing the workload of the heart and arteries
Active Ingredients
Furosemide
Inactive Ingredients
Pregelantinized corn starch, sodium starch glycolate type A potato, microcrystalline cellulose, anhydrous lactose, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate (NDC 69315-0116-10, 69315-0116-01, 69315-0117-01, 69315-0118-05)
Usage
Furosemide Tablets should be given to your pet as directed by your veterinarian.
Missed Doses
Give the dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give 2 doses at once.
Side Effects
Side effects may include excessive thirst, drowsiness, weakness, restlessness, diminished urination in relation to fluid intake, stomach upset, or a fast heart rate. Notify your veterinarian if side effects are noted and they are troublesome.
Other side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian.
Drug & Food Interactions
The following drugs can potentially interact with furosemide: theophylline, aminoglycoside antibiotics, corticosteroids, corticotropin, amphotericin B, aspirin, tubocurarine, succinylcholine, probenecid, sulfinpyrazone, and insulin. Contact your veterinarian if your horse experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely.
Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication you are giving to your pet. Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, even if a drug interaction may occur. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your horse more closely.
Cautions
This medication does not have an FDA approved indication for use in animals, but it is a common and acceptable practice for veterinarians to prescribe this human medication for use in animals.
Allergic reactions to medications may occur. Be sure to inform VetSource and your veterinarian if your pet has any known drug sensitivities or allergies. If your pet displays symptoms of an allergic reaction, call your veterinarian immediately or go to a veterinary emergency clinic. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: swollen lips, tongue, face, airways; difficulty breathing; agitation; profuse salivation; widespread hives and itching.
Adverse Reactions
If you are concerned that your pet has experienced an adverse reaction to this medication, please contact Vetsource customer service at 877-738-4443.
Storage
Store at 68°F to 77°F in controlled room temperature. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store in a childproof container. Store this medicine in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink or in damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture.
Sourced directly from the manufacturer or their approved distributor. Guaranteed genuine product backed by the manufacturer.
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Description
ProductFurosemide TabletsProduct InformationFurosemide is a diuretic. It is used to help reduce the amount of water in the pet’s body by increasing the flow of urine.ForDogs, Cats, HorsesGeneric NameFurosemideBrand NamesDisal®, Lasix®, Salix®Drug ClassLoop DiureticProduct Description & Form*Tablet size, color, shape, markings, or coating may be different from description. Furosemide is a generic medication, and therefore we may have different manufacturers at any given time. Tablets may vary in appearance.Current Manufacturer: Leading Pharma, LLCFurosemide 20 mg Tablets 30 ct, 60 ct, & 100 ct: 5 mm, white to off-white, round tablet, not scored, imprinted with EP;116. (NDC 69315-0116-10, 69315-0116-10, 69315-0116-01)Furosemide 40 mg Tablets 60 ct & 100 ct: 8 mm, white to off-white, round tablet, scored in half, imprinted with EP;117;40. (NDC 69315-0117-01, 69315-0117-01)Furosemide 80 mg Tablets 60 ct & 500 ct: 9 mm, white to off-white, round tablet, scored in half, imprinted with EP;118;80. (NDC 69315-0118-05, 69315-0118-05)Benefits- Used to treat congestive heart failure, some other heart diseases, pulmonary edema (fluid in the lungs), certain kidney diseases, high blood pressure, high potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia), ascites (fluid in the abdomen), and certain kinds of tissue swelling
- Helps these conditions by decreasing the workload of the heart and arteries
Active IngredientsFurosemideInactive IngredientsPregelantinized corn starch, sodium starch glycolate type A potato, microcrystalline cellulose, anhydrous lactose, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate (NDC 69315-0116-10, 69315-0116-01, 69315-0117-01, 69315-0118-05)UsageFurosemide Tablets should be given to your pet as directed by your veterinarian.Missed DosesGive the dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give 2 doses at once.Side EffectsSide effects may include excessive thirst, drowsiness, weakness, restlessness, diminished urination in relation to fluid intake, stomach upset, or a fast heart rate. Notify your veterinarian if side effects are noted and they are troublesome.Other side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian.Drug & Food InteractionsThe following drugs can potentially interact with furosemide: theophylline, aminoglycoside antibiotics, corticosteroids, corticotropin, amphotericin B, aspirin, tubocurarine, succinylcholine, probenecid, sulfinpyrazone, and insulin. Contact your veterinarian if your horse experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely.Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication you are giving to your pet. Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, even if a drug interaction may occur. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your horse more closely.CautionsThis medication does not have an FDA approved indication for use in animals, but it is a common and acceptable practice for veterinarians to prescribe this human medication for use in animals.Allergic reactions to medications may occur. Be sure to inform VetSource and your veterinarian if your pet has any known drug sensitivities or allergies. If your pet displays symptoms of an allergic reaction, call your veterinarian immediately or go to a veterinary emergency clinic. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: swollen lips, tongue, face, airways; difficulty breathing; agitation; profuse salivation; widespread hives and itching.Adverse ReactionsIf you are concerned that your pet has experienced an adverse reaction to this medication, please contact Vetsource customer service at 877-738-4443.StorageStore at 68°F to 77°F in controlled room temperature. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store in a childproof container. Store this medicine in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink or in damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture.Sourced directly from the manufacturer or their approved distributor. Guaranteed genuine product backed by the manufacturer. -
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