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Furosemide (Intramuscular Route, Intravenous Route)
Drug Information provided by: MicromedexDescription
Furosemide injection is used to help treat fluid retention (edema) and swelling that is caused by congestive heart failure, liver disease (cirrhosis), kidney disease, or other medical conditions.
Furosemide belongs to a group of medicines called loop diuretics or "water pills". It works by acting on the kidneys to increase the flow of urine.
This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
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