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LOOP DIURETIC
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Other Names: None Listed
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Drug InformationThis medicine is used for water retention (edema), high blood pressure, fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema), heart failure and/or kidney failure. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for other reasons.
Mechanism:
Loop diuretics work by increasing the elimination of salt and water through increased urine production. This reduces the amount of fluid in the body.
More Info:
For more information about this medication, talk to your healthcare provider.
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Side Effectsnausea, vomiting
Precautions:
Talk to your doctor if you have severe kidney or liver disease before taking this medicine.
Preganant:
If you plan on becoming pregnant, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine to weigh the benefits vs. the risks to your pregnancy. This medicine is excreted in breast milk. If you plan to breast feed while taking this medicine, talk to your doctor first.
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Dosage InformationThis medicine should be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. This medicine will increase urination and should be taken early in the day.
Missed Dosage:
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage:
Keep this medication tightly closed in the original container it came in. Store this medicine at room temperature and keep away from excess heat and moisture. Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose:
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
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