Brand name: Urex-M TM
Active ingredients: furosemide (frusemide)
What it is used for
INDICATIONS AS AT 01 JAN 1991 : Oedema : in adults, infants and children frusemide is indicated for the treatment of oedema associated with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, renal disease including nephrotic syndrome and other oedematous states amenable to diuretic therapy. Hypertension : may also be used alone in the control of mild to moderate hypertension and in combination with other antihypertensive agents in the treatment of more severe cases. Studies have shown that frusemide is either less effective than or equally effective as thiazide diuretics in uncomplicated hypertension. However, in patients with severe renal function impairment, a diuretic and antihypertensive response to frusemide may be achieved while thiazides have no effect.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
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Visual appearance
White to off white plain round flat tablet, uncoated bevelled edges diameter 6mm
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This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
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For the active ingredient furosemide (frusemide)
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