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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
When going from a lying down or sitting position to standing because Lasix may make you feel dizzy.Your electrolyte levels will need regular monitoring and your blood may need occasional testing for diabetes. If you already have diabetes, be aware that Lasix may increase your blood glucose levels.Potassium supplements or extra dietary potassium may be needed to counteract the effects of low potassium levels caused by Lasix. 6. Response and effectiveness The onset of diuresis (increased urination) is within an hour. Peak effects are seen within one to two hours and the effects of Lasix last for 6 to 8 hours. 7. Interactions Medicines that interact with Lasix may either decrease its effect, affect how long it works for, increase side effects, or have less of an effect when taken with Lasix. An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of the medications; however, sometimes it does. Speak to your doctor about how drug interactions should be managed. Common medications that may interact with Lasix include: aspirinallopurinolantibiotics, such as cephalexin, gentamicin, neomycin, or tobramycinanticonvulsants, such as phenytoin or fosphenytoincisplatincyclosporineduloxetinelithiummethotrexatemethylphenidateNSAIDs, such as diclofenac, ibuprofen, or indomethacinsucralfateother medications that lower potassium.People taking oral medications for diabetes may need to talk to their doctor about adjusting the dose of their medicine. Note that this list is not all-inclusive and includes only common medications that may interact with Lasix. You should refer to the prescribing information for Lasix for a complete list of interactions. References Lasix (furosemide)
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