Furosemide Oral Solution

Furosemide 10 mg/ml Oral Solution

Furosemide 10 mg/ml Oral Solution is a diuretic. It is used to help reduce the amount of water in the pet’s body by increasing the flow of urine.

Dogs 

Furosemide

Disal®, Lasix®, Salix®

Loop Diuretic

Furosemide Oral Solution is orange flavored.

Current Manufacturer: West-Ward

Furosemide 10 mg/ml Oral Solution 60 ml: clear to orange colored solution. (NDC 00054-3294-46)

Used to treat congestive heart failure, some other heart diseases, pulmonary edema (fluid in the lungs), certain kidney diseases, high blood pressure, high potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia), ascites (fluid in the abdomen), and certain kinds of tissue swelling

Package includes an oral dosing syringe with marks starting at 0.5 ml measuring up to 2 ml, in increments of 0.25 ml

Furosemide

D&C Yellow No 10, FD&C Yellow No 6, potassium carbonate, propylene glycol, saccharin sodium anhydrous, sorbitol, water 0-15. 

Furosemide should be given orally as directed by your veterinarian. Discard opened bottle after 90 days.

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 2 doses at once.

Side effects may include 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.

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.

Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication you are giving to your pet. Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, and a drug interaction may be anticipated. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely. 

Note:  This product contains propylene glycol, use with caution in cats. This medication does not have an FDA approved indication for use in animals, but it is a common and acceptable practice for veterinarians to prescribe this human medication for use in animals.  

Allergic reactions to medications may occur. Be sure to inform VetSource and your veterinarian if your pet has any known drug sensitivities or allergies. If your pet displays symptoms of an allergic reaction, call your veterinarian immediately or go to a veterinary emergency clinic. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: swollen lips, tongue, face, airways; difficulty breathing; agitation; profuse salivation; vomiting; widespread hives and itching.

If you are concerned that your pet has experienced an adverse reaction to this medication, please contact Vetsource customer service at 877-738-4443.

Store at 68°F to 77°F in controlled room temperature. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store in a childproof container. 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.