Why has my veterinarian prescribed this medicine?

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. Furosemide is also used to treat high blood pressure and decrease the workload on the heart and arteries.

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How do I give this medication?

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• Give this medication to your pet as directed by your veterinarian. READ THE LABEL CAREFULLY.

• Give this medication with meals.

• If the medicine is a liquid, measure the dose with reasonable care.

• Try to give this medication at about the same time each day.

• DO NOT give the pet more medicine than directed and do not give more often than directed.

• Try not to miss giving any doses.

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What if I miss giving a dose?

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 the pet two doses at once.

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How do I store this medicine?

• Keep this medicine out of reach of children.

• 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.

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What are the potential side effects?

• If the following symptoms are noted, contact your veterinarian: 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.

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Are there any possible drug interactions?

• Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medications or supplements you are giving to your pet.

• Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, and a drug interaction may be anticipated. If this occurs, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely.

• 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 pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together.

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