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Furosemide (Lasix
®)


Product Description: This is a diuretic that pulls fluid from the body causing the animal to urinate.

Indications for Use: Use when udder edema/swelling, general fluid retention (brisket area, etc.), or heart disease is a problem.

Not approved for use in sheep and goats. Refer to extra-label drug use.

Dosage and Administration: Give 1-2 mLs per 100 lbs., intravenously (IV) or intramuscularly (IM). This dose can be given once or twice a day. This product also comes in an oral form that can be given at 0.9-2.2 mg/lb of body weight.

Duration of Treatment: Treatment should continue until the fluid retention ceases. Best results are obtained when the drug is given every other day or 2-4 consecutive days in a given week.

Packaging: This drug is available in 30, 50, and 100 mL bottles. Each mL contains 50 mg of furosemide.

Precautions and Side Effects: Because this drug causes water loss, caution should be taken to ensure that the animal remains hydrated. If signs of weakness, sunken eyes, or fatigue occur, discontinue use and consult a veterinarian.

Storage: Some furosemide products may require refrigeration.

Milk Withholding: Not established in sheep and goats. 2 days in cattle.

Meat Withholding: Not established in sheep and goats. 2 days in cattle.

Drug Type: Rx

Manufacturer: Butler, Vet Tek, Intervet