Manufacturers

Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Furosemide (10mg/ml)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple prevents your body from absorbing too much salt and allows the salt to be removed in your urine instead. It also helps get rid of excess water. This helps to lower your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. When your blood pressure is lower, you are less at risk of having a heart attack or a stroke. You should make appropriate lifestyle changes to help this medicine be effective and you need to take it regularly.

Benefits

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Description

Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple belongs to a group of medicines called diuretics or water tablets. It is used to reduce the swelling (edema) caused by too much water in the body in people who have heart failure, liver or kidney disease. This medicine is also used to treat high blood pressure.Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple helps your body get rid of extra water and salt through urine. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines as per the dose advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food and should be taken at the same time each day. It is best to avoid taking this medicine within 4 hours of your bedtime to prevent having to get up at night to urinate.It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well. If you stop taking it without consulting your doctor, your condition may worsen. Lifestyle changes like reducing stress, restricting salt intake, and stopping smoking may help this medication work better.Common side effects of this medicine include hypotension, electrolyte imbalance, dehydration, decreased potassium level in the blood, and decreased magnesium level in blood. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they bother you or do not go away.Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests and electrolyte levels is important while using this medicine. It may reduce the potassium level in your blood so your doctor may ask you to add potassium-rich foods to your diet (such as bananas, coconut water, etc.) or prescribe supplements.

How To Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple is recommended.However, use of Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple is not recommended in severe kidney disease patients who are unable to pass urine or the kidney damage is due to some medicines. Please inform your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION

Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If Miss

If you miss a dose of Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Packaging Detail

bottle of 30 ml Oral Solution

Package

Bottle

Qty

30 ml

Product Form

Oral Solution

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Chemical Class :: Sulphamoyl derivatives|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC

Primary Use

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)|Treatment of Edema

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)|Treatment of Edema

Common Side Effect

Dehydration | Decreased potassium level in blood | Decreased magnesium level in blood | Decreased blood pressure | Electrolyte imbalance

Alcoholinteraction

UNSAFE

Pregnancyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactationinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Drivinginteraction

UNSAFE

Kidneyinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Liverinteraction

CAUTION

Manufacturer Address

Samarth House, 168, Bangur Nagar, Off Link Road, Near Ayappa Temple & Kallol Kali Temple, Goregaon (W), Mumbai - 400 090.

Q A

Q. How is Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple different from Torasemide?::: Both Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple and Torasemide are loop diuretics. They are used to treat high blood pressure and edema caused by an underlying liver, kidney or lung diseases. Unlike Torasemide, Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple is also used in the treatment of hypercalcemia (high calcium levels in the blood). Torasemide has a longer duration of action and is safer to use in patients with renal failure, as compared to Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple.| Q. Should you drink a lot of water when taking Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple?::: It is advised to take an adequate amount of water if you are taking Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple. This is because Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple works by eliminating the extra fluid and electrolytes from your body by increasing the urine production. This elimination of fluids may increase the chances of dehydration if you sweat a lot, exercise vigorously or if the climate is hot. However, if you have kidney or heart problems, you must consult your doctor who will suggest the amount of water that you should be taking. Consult your doctor for any further query or concern.| Q. Can Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple cause weight gain?::: No, Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple does not cause weight gain. On the contrary, you may lose weight as it makes your body get rid of the excess of fluids from your body.| Q. What if I take too much Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple?::: If you take too much Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple, you may have certain side effects such as headache, irregular heartbeat, dizziness and temporary loss of consciousness. Additionally, you may notice increased thirst, causing frequent urination. Immediately contact your doctor if you notice any such side effects or feel unwell.| Q. How long will I need to take it for?::: Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple should be taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. Depending on the illness you are being treated for, you may have to take it for a long term, even for the rest of your life. Do not stop taking Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple without consulting your doctor. Sudden discontinuation of the medicine may lead to worsening of your condition. For instance, your blood pressure may suddenly shoot up if you are taking it for hypertension (high blood pressure), or your swelling (edema) may worsen. However, if you require a dose adjustment or further assistance, consult your doctor.| Q. What other lifestyle changes should I make while taking Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple?::: Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy. Stop smoking and taking alcohol as this helps in lowering your blood pressure and preventing heart problems. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and fat-free products. Avoid taking excess salt in your diet. Practice yoga or meditation and find ways to reduce or manage stress in your life. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also reduces your stress and hence helps in keeping your blood pressure normal. Consult your doctor if you need any further help to get maximum benefit of Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple and to keep healthy.| Q. Can I stop taking Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple if my blood pressure has lowered down?::: No, you should not stop taking Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple even if your blood pressure is controlled. Sudden discontinuation of medicine may increase your blood pressure again and the chances of getting a heart attack and stroke may also increase. Consult your doctor if you are having any side effects or if you want to come off Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple. Your doctor may be able to prescribe a different medicine for controlling your blood pressure or may suggest ways to cope up with the side effects. You should understand that you need Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple to prevent further complications and therefore, you must not stop taking it without consulting your doctor.

How It Works

Furoped Oral Solution Pineapple is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced.

Interaction

Furoped Oral Solution & Cotaspirin 50mg Tablet :

Aspirin reduces the effect of Furosemide and may increase the risk of renal damage, ear damge and toxicity. | Furoped Oral Solution & Cotaspirin 500mg Tablet :

Aspirin reduces the effect of Furosemide and may increase the risk of renal damage, ear damge and toxicity. | Furoped Oral Solution & Amboxy Tablet :

Aspirin reduces the effect of Furosemide and may increase the risk of renal damage, ear damge and toxicity. | Furoped Oral Solution & Aspirin 300mg Tablet :

Aspirin reduces the effect of Furosemide and may increase the risk of renal damage, ear damge and toxicity. | Furoped Oral Solution & Loprin-DS Tablet :

Aspirin reduces the effect of Furosemide and may increase the risk of renal damage, ear damge and toxicity. | Furoped Oral Solution & Gra 165mg Tablet :

Aspirin reduces the effect of Furosemide and may increase the risk of renal damage, ear damge and toxicity. | Furoped Oral Solution & Aspin 300mg Tablet DT :

Aspirin reduces the effect of Furosemide and may increase the risk of renal damage, ear damge and toxicity. | Furoped Oral Solution & Sprintas 75mg Tablet :

Aspirin reduces the effect of Furosemide and may increase the risk of renal damage, ear damge and toxicity. | Furoped Oral Solution & Actisprin 150mg Tablet :

Aspirin reduces the effect of Furosemide and may increase the risk of renal damage, ear damge and toxicity. | Furoped Oral Solution & Actisprin 75mg Tablet :

Aspirin reduces the effect of Furosemide and may increase the risk of renal damage, ear damge and toxicity.

Marketer Details

Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd | Samarth House, 168, Bangur Nagar, Off Link Road, Near Ayappa Temple & Kallol Kali Temple, Goregaon (W), Mumbai - 400 090.

Reference

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