Furosemide Flashcards
1
Q
Furosemide indication
A
Congestive heart failure
Pulmonary edema
2
Q
Furosemide action
A
Lasix is a rapid acting potent diuretic and antihypertensive that inhibits sodium reabsorption by the kidney. Its vasodilating effects reduce venous return and cardiac workload.
3
Q
Furosemide dose
A
Adult
-40-120mg slow IV
Pediatric
-1mg/kg slow IV push
4
Q
Furosemide contraindication
A
Hypersensitivity to sulfonamides
Hepatic coma
Pregnancy (except in life threatening emergencies)
5
Q
Furosemide class
A
Non-potassium sparing loop diuretic
6
Q
Furosemide side effect
A
Postural hypotension
Dizziness
Hypovolemia
Circulatory collapse
