Furosemide (Lasix)

A drug used to treat pulmonary edema and to lower blood pressure

A potent diuretic that inhibits sodium and chloride re-absorption in the kidney; causes venous dilation; extremely useful in the treatment of congestive heart failure and pulmonary edema; effects are usually seen within five minutes of administration; promotes venous pooling and stimulates the kidneys to excrete water; is a mainstay in the treatment of CHF

Congestive Heart failure, Pulmonary Edema

In pregnancy-usage should be limited to life-threatening situations; Lasix has been known to cause fetal abnormalities

Dehydration and electrolyte depletion can result from excessive doses of potent diuretics; should be protected from light

40mg slow IV push; repeated in 40mg increments