Frusenex 100mg Tablet 10'S

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Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Frusemide 100 mg Also Known As: Furosemide

Manufacturer

Geno Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Variant

10 Tablet(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET contains frusemide (furosemide) which belongs to the group of medicines called Diuretics. It is used to manage edema (fluid retention) due to problems with your heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, blood vessels or high blood pressure. Generally, accumulation of excess fluid in the body adds extra pressure on your heart, blood vessels, lungs, kidneys or liver and can cause swelling of the ankles, breathing difficulties or even make you feel more tired than usual. During the course of management with FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET, your doctor will recommend you take several blood tests to monitor your blood sugar and uric acid levels as a precaution to avoid unwanted

Uses

OF FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET Manage edema (fluid retention)

How It Works

FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET contains frusemide which is a loop diuretic. It works by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the proximal and distal tubules and in the thick ascending loop of Henle by inhibiting the sodium-chloride cotransport system. As a result, it promotes diuresis (urine output) by enhancing the excretion of water along with sodium, chloride, magnesium and calcium.

Directions for Use

Take FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET as whole with a sip of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Continue to take FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET, as long as your doctor tells you to do so, to obtain better results.

Side Effects

age. Also, it should be used with caution in elderly patients. The most common side effects of taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET are dehydration, electrolyte imbalance and decreased blood volume. Consult your doctor if any of the side effect worsens or persist for a long period of time. USES OF FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET Manage edema (fluid retention) HOW FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET WORKSFRUSENEX 100MG TABLET contains frusemide which is a loop diuretic. It works by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the proximal and distal tubules and in the thick ascending loop of Henle by inhibiting the sodium-chloride cotransport system. As a result, it promotes diuresis (urine output) by enhancing the excretion of water along with sodium, chloride, magnesium and calcium. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET as whole with a sip of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Continue to take FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET, as long as your doctor tells you to do so, to obtain better results. SIDE EFFECTS OF FRUSENEX 100MG TABLETCOMMON Signs of dehydration, altered fluid and electrolyte balance in the body (such as nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, weakness, drowsiness, fits, restlessness, muscle pain, low blood pressure, difficulty in urination or irregular heartbeat) UNCOMMON Anaemia (causing tiredness, breathlessness, unusual bleeding or bruising) Gout Changes in vision including blurred or yellow vision Light-headedness, sensations of pressure in the head, headache, drowsiness, weakness, dizziness when standing Irregular heartbeat Muscle cramps or weakness Changes in the amount or need to urinate Tiredness Dry mouth, thirst Nausea or vomiting Changes in bowel movements including diarrhoea and constipation Deafness RARE Delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech Tingling or prickling sensation often in arms or legs Confusion, headache Generally feeling unwell, fever Ringing in the ears and loss of hearing Symptoms of shock (such as changes in heart rate, breathlessness, cool clammy skin) Inflammation of the pancreas (causing pains in your abdomen or back and nausea) Changes in the liver causing yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes Skin rashes Stop taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: Severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash, itching, photosensitivity, skin peeling, swelling of the lips, face, tongue or throat or difficulty in breathing or swallowing) Symptoms of stevens-johnson syndrome (such as blistering or peeling of the skin around the eyes, nose, mouth or genital, with fever or flu-like symptoms) Vasculitis (inflammation of blood vessels) Signs of kidney inflammation (such as pain in lower back, blood in the urine, fever, feeling drowsy) Blood clot in the legs with pain and swelling

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYContraindicatedFRUSENEX 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women. If you become pregnant while taking this medicine talk to your doctor to check the growth of the baby. Consult your doctor before taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedFRUSENEX 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women. Consult your doctor before taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate any tools or machines if you experience drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision after taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET. Consult your doctor for advice. KIDNEYConsult your doctorFRUSENEX 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having anuria (failure of the kidneys to produce urine), severe kidney damage, kidney failure or impaired kidney function due to poisoning by nephrotoxic agents. It should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET. LIVERConsult your doctorFRUSENEX 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with liver cirrhosis and liver encephalopathy. It should be used with caution in patients with liver congestion (slowed blood flow through the vessels) or other liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET if you are allergic to frusemide (furosemide) or sulphonamide antibiotics (such as sulfamethoxazole). HEART DISEASEUse with CautionFRUSENEX 100MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with low blood pressure. Consult your doctor before taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET. USE IN PEDIATRICSUse with CautionFRUSENEX 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in children over 12 years of age. A suitable dosage form is used in children under 12 years of age. Consult your child’s doctor for advice. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionFRUSENEX 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET. OTHERSFRUSENEX 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you: Are dehydrated Have low levels of sodium, potassium or other electrolytes in the blood Have low blood volume Have addison’s disease Have digitalis poisoning Before taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: Have hypovolaemia (low blood volume) Have hypoproteinemia (low levels of proteins in blood) due to kidney damage Have prostate trouble or difficulty in passing urine Have diabetes Have gout (painful or inflamed joints) Have an abnormal blood condition Are going to undergo any blood or urine test

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: Medicines used to reduce high blood pressure such as ACE inhibitors (Ex. ramipril, enalapril, perindopril), angiotensin II-receptor blockers (Ex. losartan, candesartan, irbesartan), alpha-blockers (Ex. prazosin), thiazide diuretics (Ex. bendroflumethiazide) and potassium sparging diuretics (Ex. amiloride, spironolactone, acetazolamide and metolazone) Medicines used to manage irregular heartbeat (Ex. digoxin, amiodarone, sotalol, disopyramide, flecainide, lidocaine, mexiletine dofetilide and ibutilide) Medicines used to manage angina (Ex. nitroglycerin or isosorbide dinitrate) Medicines used to reduce high cholesterol levels in blood (Ex. clofibrate, colestyramine and colestipol) Medicines used to manage diabetes (Ex. insulin and metformin) Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (Ex. aspirin, ibuprofen, ketoprofen or indomethacin) Corticosteroids (used to manage pain or inflammation) Ex. dexamethasone, prednisolone Medicines used to manage stomach ulcers (Ex. sucralfate or carbenoxolone) Medicines used to manage epilepsy (Ex. phenytoin, carbamazepine or phenobarbital) Antibiotics (used to manage bacterial infections) such as gentamicin, amikacin, neomycin, netilmicin, tobramycin, vancomycin or cephalosporins such as cefixime Medicines used to manage asthma (Ex. terbutaline, salbutamol, salmeterol, formoterol or bambuterol) Medicines used to manage nasal congestion (Ex. xylometazoline or ephedrine) Medicines used to manage mental problems (Ex. lithium, chlorpromazine, risperidone, amisulpride, sertindole or pimozide) Medicines used to manage depression (Ex. reboxetine, amitriptyline and phenelzine) Laxatives (used to manage constipation) Ex. lactulose, polyethylene glycol, bisacodyl Skeletal muscle relaxants given during operations (Ex. tubocurarine, curarine derivates and succinylcholine) Chloral hydrate (a medicine used to induce sleep) Theophylline (a medicine used to manage breathing difficulties) Immunosuppressants (used to suppress immune system and manage graft rejection) Ex. tacrolimus, ciclosporin or aldesleukin Radiocontrast agent (used before X-ray examinations) Probenecid (used to manage gout) Cisplatin (used to manage certain type of cancers) Methotrexate (used to manage severe arthritis or some forms of cancer) Aminoglutethimide (used to manage breast cancer or cushing´s syndrome) Amphotericin B (used to manage fungal infections) Atomoxetine (used for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) Muscle relaxants (Ex. baclofen and tizanidine) Antihistamines (used to manage allergies) Ex. cetirizine Alprostadil (a medicine used to manage male impotence) Oral contraceptives or HRT containing oestrogen and drospirenone (used to manage pregnancy) Liquorice (used to manage cough) Moxisylyte (a medicine used for raynaud's syndrome) Levodopa (used to manage parkinson’s disease) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Overdosage symptoms of FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET includes dehydration and changes in the levels of certain chemicals in the blood. SYNOPSIS Drug : Frusemide (furosemide) Pharmacological Category : Diuretics Therapeutic Indication : Fluid retention (edema) Dosage Forms : Injection, Tablet, Oral Solution MORE INFORMATIONSTORAGE Keep FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET out of reach of children Do not store FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET above 25°C

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions and answers about Frusenex 100mg Tablet 10'S.

Q

What is FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET and why is it prescribed?

A

FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET contains frusemide (furosemide) which belongs to the group of medicines called Diuretics. It is used to manage edema (fluid retention) due to problems with your heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, blood vessels or high blood pressure.

Q

Will FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET make me feel tired?

A

FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET may cause hypotension (decrease in blood pressure) in some individuals and feeling of extreme tiredness or fainting can be attributed to this. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms after taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET.

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Is FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET safe to use in patients with kidney problems?

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FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having anuria (failure of the kidneys to produce urine), severe kidney damage, kidney failure or impaired kidney function due to poisoning by nephrotoxic agents. FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET.

Q

Will FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET increase the urge to pass urine?

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No, although FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET acts by increasing urine output, it only increases the frequency of urine output and not the urge to pass urine. Consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms of urinary incontinence or if you have any bladder problems.

Q

Can FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET be used in pregnant women?

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FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women. If you become pregnant while taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET talk to your doctor to check the growth of the baby. Consult your doctor before taking FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET.

Q

How does FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET work?

A

FRUSENEX 100MG TABLET contains frusemide which is a loop diuretic. It works by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the proximal and distal tubules and in the thick ascending loop of Henle by inhibiting the sodium-chloride cotransport system. As a result, it promotes diuresis (urine output) by enhancing the excretion of water along with sodium, chloride, magnesium and calcium.

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