Diuretics: Furosemide, Lasix (TM), and Disal (TM) Use in Horses
by Robert N. Oglesby DVM
Introduction
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Contraindications
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Toxicity
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Dosage
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Association Drug Regulations
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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
Introduction
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Contraindications
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Toxicity
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Dosage
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Association Drug Regulations
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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
Introduction
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Contraindications
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Toxicity
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Dosage
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Association Drug Regulations
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More Info & Discussions
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