Lasix Generic (Furosemide) from Canada
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How Much Does Lasix Cost?
A lot of things affect the price of Lasix, like not having health insurance, the choice of pharmacy, and the type of Lasix product you’d be getting—20 mg, 40 mg, or 80 mg.
In Canada, Lasix 20mg(for 100 tablets) has a starting price of $30, Lasix 40 mg(for 100 tablets) has a starting price of $35, and Lasix 80 mg(for 100 tablets) has a starting price of $40
A particular way to cut costs is to use a mail-order pharmacy such as Canadian Pharmacy Drug this enables you to save money when you go to the pharmacy to get your medicine without leaving the comfort of your home. It also enables you to get a long-term supply of medicines and helps slash expenses by discontinuing unwarranted trips to pharmacies.
Lasix acts in the loop of Henle, preventing sodium and water reabsorption and causing the excretion of these substances. When surplus water and sodium are excreted, less water remains in the bloodstream. Lasix relieves symptoms such as edema and shortness of breath caused by fluid accumulation.
Lasix can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It can be injected into a vein or taken orally—by mouth. Usually, when taken orally, it starts working in the body within an hour, but when given intravenously, it usually starts working within five minutes.
General Overview of Lasix
Lasix is a diuretic —an anthranilic acid derivative. Lasix tablets for oral ingestion comprise furosemide as an effective ingredient and the following excipients: lactose monohydrate NF, magnesium stearate NF, starch NF, talc USP, and colloidal silicon dioxide NF. Lasix is available as white tablets for oral ingestion in dosages of 20, 40, and 80 mg.
Lasix (Furosemide) tablets 20mg are supplied as monogrammed white oval tablets in bottles of 100 and 1000. Lasix Tablets 40 mg are supplied as white round monogram tablets with scorelines of 100, 500 and 1000 per bottle. Lasix Tablets 80 mg are supplied as white round monogram tablets with chamfered edges with 50 and 500 tablets per bottle. Each Lasix tablet has an imprint of either 20 mg, 40 mg, or 80 mg on the side of each tablet.
How to Use Lasix
Take this medicine by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once or twice a day. It is recommended not to take this drug within four hours of your sleep to prevent having to get up to urinate.
The dosage will vary depending on the condition, age and response to treatment. For children, the dose also depends on body weight. Older people usually start with lower doses to reduce the risk of side effects. Do not increase doses or take more frequently than prescribed.
Take Lasix regularly for maximum effect. Take it at the same time you regularly take it as directed for easy remembrance. Continue taking this medicine even if you feel well. This is because a large number of people with high blood pressure do not feel sick or get symptoms often.
Sucralfate, cholestyramine, and colestipol may decrease furosemide absorption. If you are using any of these prescriptions, segregate each dose of Lasix by at least two hours.
If the medicine’s leaflet is obtainable from your pharmacist, read the package leaflet before you start using Lasix and each time you get an addition to the prescription, If you have any doubts, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
After using Lasix, if your ailment does not improve or gets worse (eg, if your blood pressure remains high or increases), consult your doctor.
What are the Precautions to Take When Using This Drug?
Do not use Lasix if you cannot urinate. Do not take more Lasix doses than recommended. High doses of furosemide can result in irreversible hearing loss. if you have kidney disease, benign prostatic hyperplasia, urinary difficulties, cirrhosis or other liver diseases, electrolyte imbalance, high cholesterol, gout, lupus, diabetes, or allergy to sulfates before using Lasix Please consult your doctor.
Also inform your doctor beforehand, if you have recently had an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) or other types of scan in which a radioactive tint is inserted into your vein.
If you have diabetes, Lasix may affect your blood sugar levels. Test your blood sugar regularly as directed and reveal the results to your doctor, who may need to modify your diabetes prescription, exercise procedure, or nourishment. Lasix can also lower potassium levels in the blood. Your doctor may tell you to add potassium-rich foods (bananas, orange juice, etc.) to your diet or prescribe a potassium supplement to prevent potassium loss. Consult your doctor about this.
This drug may make you more sensitive to the sun. Limit the time you spend under the sun’s rays. Avoid tanning beds and sun lamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when going out. If you experience sunburn or skin blisters/redness, consult your doctor immediately. Inform your doctor or dentist about all products you use (including prescription, non-prescription, and herbal products) before you have surgery.
Lasix may cause dizziness and blurred vision. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything that requires alertness or clear vision until it is safe to do so. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you use marijuana (cannabis). Excessive sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting can increase the risk of dehydration. Inform your doctor if diarrhea or vomiting persists. Adhere to your doctor’s advice regarding fluid intake.
For infants, Babies and children born prematurely may be more sensitive to certain effects of this drug—kidney stones. Older people may be more sensitive to the effects of Lasix—dizziness and fluid/mineral depletion. Do not use this medicine during pregnancy unless it is necessary. Talk to your doctor about its risks and benefits. Lasix passes into breast milk and may affect breast milk production. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.