Furosemide (Lasix)

Potent diuretic

Potent diuretic that inhibits sodium and chloride reabsorption in the kidneys and causes venous dilation

Inhibits reabsorption of sodium chloride, Promotes prompt diuresis, vasodilation

• Onset: 5-10 min (Vasodilation) 5-30 Minutes (Diuresis)
• Peak: 30 min (Vasodilation) 20-60 min (Diuresis)
• Duration: 2 hours (Vasodilation) 6 hours (Diuresis)
• Half-Life: 30 min

Pulmonary Edema secondary to CHF

Pregnancy, Dehydration

Protect from light, dehydration

Few in emergency use

20-120mg

1 mg/kg

1 dose (120mg)

IV/IO

Vials and prefilled syringes