Lasipen 20mg Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Morepen Laboratories Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Furosemide (20mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Sulphamoyl derivatives |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | High-ceiling Diuretics (Inhibitors of Na+-K+- 2Cl cotransport) |
| User Rating | 4.1 |
| User Reviews | 665 |
FAQ
Should you drink a lot of water when taking Lasipen 20mg?
It is advised to take an adequate amount of water if you are taking Lasipen 20mg. This is because Lasipen 20mg works by eliminating the extra fluid and electrolytes from your body by increasing the urine production. This elimination of fluids may increase the chances of dehydration if you sweat a lot, exercise vigorously or if the climate is hot. However, if you have kidney or heart problems, you must consult your doctor who will suggest the amount of water that you should be taking. Consult your doctor for any further query or concern.
Can Lasipen 20mg cause weight gain?
No, Lasipen 20mg does not cause weight gain. On the contrary, you may lose weight as it makes your body get rid of the excess of fluids from your body.
What are the side effects of Lasipen 20mg?
The most common side effects of Lasipen 20mg are dizziness, weakness, dehydration, decreased potassium and magnesium levels in blood and increased thirst. You may also notice some injection site reactions such as swelling, pain and redness. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if the symptoms persist for long or worry you.
How is Lasipen 20mg different from Torasemide?
Both Lasipen 20mg and Torasemide are loop diuretics. They are used to treat high blood pressure and edema caused by an underlying liver, kidney or lung diseases. Unlike Torasemide, Lasipen 20mg is also used in the treatment of hypercalcemia (high calcium levels in the blood). Torasemide has a longer duration of action and is safer to use in patients with renal failure, as compared to Lasipen 20mg.
How long does a Lasipen 20mg last?
A. Lasipen 20mg starts acting as early as five minutes and its effect lasts for about two hours. Lasipen 20mg may cause depletion of sodium, chloride, water and other minerals from the body. Therefore, close monitoring is required if a person is being treated with Lasipen 20mg.
What other lifestyle changes should I make while taking Lasipen 20mg?
Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy. Stop smoking and taking alcohol as this helps in lowering your blood pressure and preventing heart problems. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and fat-free products. Avoid taking excess salt in your diet. Practice yoga or meditation and find ways to reduce or manage stress in your life. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also reduces your stress and hence helps in keeping your blood pressure normal. Consult your doctor if you need any further help to get maximum benefit of Lasipen 20mg and to keep healthy.
What is Lasipen 20mg used for?
Lasipen 20mg is used in emergency conditions to lower very high blood pressure (hypertensive crisis). It effectively lowers and normalizes blood pressure rapidly, thus preventing heart attack or stroke. It also helps to remove excess fluids and electrolytes from the body and reduces swelling (edema) due to fluid retention.
What if you forget to take Lasipen Injection?
If you miss a dose of Lasipen 20mg, consult your doctor.
Lasipen 20mg Injection Reviews
Lasipen 20mg belongs to a group of medicines called diuretics. It is used for the emergency treatment of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency), as it reduces the blood pressure immediately. It also rapidly reduces the swelling (edema) caused by too much water in the body.
Lasipen 20mg helps your body get rid of extra water and salt through urine. It is commonly used to treat people with excess fluid build-up due to heart failure, liver or kidney disease. It is injected into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor may monitor your blood pressure after giving this medicine.
Common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, weakness, dehydration, decreased potassium level in blood, increased blood uric acid, decreased magnesium level in blood, and increased thirst. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they bother you or do not go away.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests and electrolyte levels is important while using this medicine.
It may reduce the potassium level in your blood so your doctor may ask you to add potassium-rich foods to your diet (such as bananas, coconut water, etc.) or prescribe supplements. Any medication that is advised by your doctor for the long-term treatment of your underlying condition should be continued even after this emergency injection.
How Lasipen 20mg Injection Works
Lasipen 20mg is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced.
How to Use Lasipen 20mg Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Lasipen 20mg Injection
- In Treatment of Edema: Lasipen 20mg works by increasing the amount of urine produced. This helps your body get rid of extra water thereby relieving symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, or abdomen. This will help you go about your daily activities more easily and make you more confident about being active. Lasipen 20mg is given as an injection by a doctor in the dose and duration that is best for you. This medicine should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and make appropriate lifestyle changes to help this medicine be effective.
- In Treatment of Hypertensive emergency: Lasipen 20mg blocks the effect of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down the heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force thereby lowering your blood pressure. This medicine is injected into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. It is used for immediate reduction of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency). A controlled blood pressure reduces the risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems.
Uses of Lasipen 20mg Injection
- Treatment of Edema
- Treatment of Hypertensive emergency
Lasipen 20mg Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Liver
CAUTION
Lasipen 20mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lasipen 20mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lasipen 20mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Lasipen 20mg is recommended.However, use of Lasipen 20mg is not recommended in severe kidney disease patients who are unable to pass urine or the kidney damage is due to some medicines. Please inform your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lasipen 20mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lasipen 20mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lasipen 20mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lasipen 20mg.
Quick Tips
- You may be asked to get regular blood tests done to monitor your kidney function.
- Lasipen 20mg is given as an injection into the vein under the supervision of a doctor.
- Monitor your blood pressure after starting Lasipen 20mg, and notify your doctor if it does not lower down.
- Consult your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that does not go away.
- Take potassium supplements or potassium-rich diet (banana, spinach, coconut water, etc.) as Lasipen 20mg can decrease your potassium levels and lead to dehydration.
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