Lasix Guide

how long does this diuretic stays in your body? i mean if you are getting tested for it, how long would it take to clear it out of your system? Chosen Answer: Well I’m not sure completely how long it is detectable in the body. But the reason why it’s called Lasix is because it [...]

Chosen Answer: Yes you can. While HCTZ is a water pill, it’s used more for blood pressure. Lasix has a little effect on BP, but is a much stronger diuretic. by: ckm1956 on: 12th April 11

He is due to have heart surgery soon. Dr. gave him this pills but he is gaining weight his belly is big and thighs. Dr. needs to replace his aorta and mitral valve. I’m very concerned, is this normal? Also he does not seem to be loosing any weight but gaining, I think his condition [...]

I just got prescribed Lasix (actually the generic Rite-Aid Brand) water pills because of fluids in my chest from my heart condition (leaky valves), and I am wondering if I will lose weight due to being on these? They give me a horrible water taste in my mouth, like if you drank a gallon of [...]

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Chosen Answer: Many different problems and conditions can cause edema (swelling due to fluid retention). Some causes involve lifestyle (diet, lack of exercise, alcoholism, occupations involving standing), some causes are hormone-related, especially in women, other causes are drug-related or the result of a serious medical condition. Here is a list of the most common causes [...]

Chosen Answer: Hello Megan, No it is not always necessary to take a potassium supplement when taking Lasix as long as you are getting an adequate intake of potassium from natural sources. If not, then it becomes necessary. Lasix is a “loop” diuretic that works by affecting re-absorption of fluids in the loop of Henle [...]

I have been experiencing fluid retention for the past couple of months and I’m wondering how this might be related to thyroid fluctuation. I recently had an episode of thyrotoxicosis, where I was hyperthyroid briefly, followed by a low period. Now it is back up to the normal range. Could this gradual improvement to normal [...]

Have tried dinner time pill on empty stomach and full stomach. Absolutely nothing. Dr. insists Lasix can be taken any time during the day. Only caution is before bedtime for obvious reasons. Chosen Answer: Lasix is a diuretic. It has its effect a bit after you take it by making you go pee. It’s treatment [...]

Chosen Answer: The answer is yes, you can use a FSA for any medical need from prescription medication to making the copay on office visit. Although sometime the paper work isn’t worth it for the small stuff. by: Randy W on: 24th September 07