Furosemide

Question 1

What is Furosemide?

Answer 1

A potent diuretic with a rapid onset.

Question 2

Indications

Answer 2

Pulmonary Oedema and or respiratory distress due to acute heart failure.

Question 3

Contra indications

Answer 3

Reduced GC with liver cirrhosis
Cardiogenic Shock
Severe renal failure with anuria
Children < 18 yrs

Question 4

Cautions

Answer 4

Hypokalaemia
pregnancy
hypotensive patient

Question 5

Side Effects

Answer 5

Hypotension

Gastrointestinal disturbance

Question 6

Dosage and Admin

Answer 6

IV slow over 2 mins
IntD 40 milligrams
RPT dose - NONE