what side effect of tablet furosemide?

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furosemide is a generic name of lasix tab.

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"WARNING: This is a very potent medication. Using too much of this drug can lead to serious water and mineral loss. Therefore, it is important that you are closely monitored by your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if you become very thirsty or confused, or develop muscle cramps/weakness while taking this medication."

"SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, blurred vision, loss of appetite, stomach upset, diarrhea, or constipation may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. This medication may lead to excessive loss of body water and minerals (including potassium). Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious symptoms of dehydration or mineral loss: muscle cramps or weakness, confusion, severe dizziness, drowsiness, unusual dry mouth or thirst, nausea or vomiting, fast/irregular heartbeat, unusual decrease in the amount of urine, fainting, seizures. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: numbness/tingling of the arms/legs, ringing in the ears, hearing loss. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat), easy bleeding or bruising, stomach/abdominal pain, persistent nausea/vomiting, yellowing of eyes/skin. A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing."

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makes u pee

You can get severely dehydrated, even to the point of dropping your blood pressure to dangerous levels. Be careful with this medicine. It must be taken with a doctor's advice. Also it will drop the potassium in your blood so eat at least one banana or orange juice each day you are taking it. good luck.

Medline Plus has some answers--see link below. But you should also talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
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http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a682858.html

because this is a diurectic, u can of course become dehydrated, but also it can deplete your potassium levels, which can lead to all sorts of problems. bottom line do not take this med unless rx by your doctor.

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