Furosemide

Question 1

Furosemide trade name

Answer 1

Lasix

Question 2

Furosemide class

Answer 2

Loop Diuretic

Question 3

Furosemide MOA

Answer 3

Potent loop diuretic that inhibits reabsorption of sodium and chloride in kidneys. also causes venous dilation promoting a reduce in preload and decreasing cardiac workload.

Question 4

Furosemide indications

Answer 4

CHF and pulmonary edema caused by hypervolemia

Question 5

Furosemide contraindications

Answer 5

Hypersensitivity
Hypovolemia
Anuria
Electrolyte deficiencies/ hyopkalemia

Question 6

Furosemide side effects

Answer 6

Hypotension
Electrolyte deficiencies
Nausea/vomiting
Diarrhea
Muscle cramps
Metabolic alkalosis

Question 7

Furosemide dose

Answer 7

Adult 40mg or twice the patients prescribed daily dose, max 80 mg

Ped- not recommend

Question 8

Furosemide onset/ duration

Answer 8

Onset -5 min
Duration 4-6 hours