EPISODE · May 7, 2022 · 1 MIN
Furosemide
from Paramedic Drug Cards · host Michael Egan
Trade – Lasix Class – Loop Diuretic MOA – Inhibits the absorption of the sodium and chloride ions and water in the loop of Henle, as well as the convoluted tubule of the nephron. This results in decreased absorption of water and increased urination Indication – Pulmonary edema, CHF, HTN emergency Contraindications – Known Sensitivity to sulfonamides or furosemide Side Effects - Vertigo, dizziness, weakness, orthostatic hypotension, hypokalemia, thrombophlebitis Dosage: Congestive Heart Failure and Pulmonary Edema Adult: 20 – 40mg IV,IO slow push over 1-2 mins Pedi: 1mg/kg IV, IO, IM Pedi 2nd Dose: 2mg/kg IV, IO, IM Hypertensive Emergency Adult: 40mg IV, IO Pedi: 1mg/kg IV,IM
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Trade – LasixClass – Loop Diuretic MOA – Inhibits the absorption of the sodium and chloride ions and water in the loop of Henle, as well as the convoluted tubule of the nephron. This results in decreased absorption of water and increased urination Indication – Pulmonary edema, CHF, HTN emergencyContraindications – Known Sensitivity to sulfonamides or furosemideSide Effects - Vertigo, dizziness, weakness, orthostatic hypotension, hypokalemia, thrombophlebitisDosage:Congestive Heart F...
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