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Furosemide
Diuretics: Furosemide, Lasix (TM), and Disal (TM) Use in Horses
Introduction
Use
A potent diuretic used to treat peripheral and pulmonary edema. Also frequently used in racers to control post race bleeding in the lungs (EIPH).
This article is about the contraindications, toxic effects, dosages, and association drug rules that apply to this medication.
Contraindications
Dehydration, electrolyte imbalances particularly low blood potassium (hypokalemia), kidney disease. Furosemide may potentiate nephrotoxicity of gentocin or other amonoglycosides. It may also change the response to muscle paralyzing drugs. Pregnancy
Toxicity
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