Diuretic

Furosemide is a rapid-acting, potent diuretic and anti-hypertensive that inhibits sodium reabsorption by the kidneys. Its vasodilating effects reduce venous return and cardiac workload.

• 1. CHF
• 2. Pulmonary edema

• 1. Hypersensitivity to furosemide or the sulfonamides
• 2. Fluid and electrolyte depletion states
• 3. Hepatic coma
• 4. Pregnancy

• 1. Hepatic impairment
• 2. Nephroitc syndrome
• 3. Cardiogenic shock associated with acute MI
• 4. Gout
• 5. Patients receiving digitalis or potassium depleting steroids

40 - 120 mg IV slow