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==Section 8 - MEDICATION GUIDELINES==
===DIURETICS===

====Furosemide (LASIX) / Diuretic====
'''DESCRIPTION'''
* It is a potent diuretic that inhibits sodium reabsorption by the kidney. Water is eliminated with the sodium. Its effects are noted within 5 minutes.
'''INDICATIONS'''
* Rales only from [[Acute Cardiogenic Pulmonary Edema Pneumonia|Pulmonary Edema]] which is secondary to CHF.
'''CONTRAINDICATIONS'''
* Pregnancy (except in life-threatening circumstances), Hypotension, or rales from pneumonia.
'''PRECAUTIONS'''
* Severe hypotension, dehydration, and electrolyte depletion may result from excessive doses of Furosemide, especially in patients with pneumonia. Must be protected from light.
'''DOSAGE'''
* 1 mg / kg IVP (maximum dosage 100 mg) AND refer to appropriate PRACTICE PARAMETER for specific dosages.

[[Category:Medication Guidelines|Lasix]]

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