Furosemide (AFT)™

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Oedema: Furosemide AFT is indicated in adults, infants and children for the treatment of oedema associated with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver and renal disease including the nephrotic syndrome. It is particularly useful when an agent with greater diuretic potential than that of those commonly employed is desired. Parenteral therapy should be reserved for patients unable to take oral medication or for patients in emergency clinical situations.,Furosemide AFT injection is also indicated as adjunctive therapy in acute pulmonary oedema and cerebral oedema where intense and rapid onset of diuresis is desired. If gastrointestinal absorption is impaired or oral medication is not practical for any reason, Furosemide AFT is indicated by the intravenous route. Parenteral use should be replaced with oral furosemide as soon as practical.

Source: ARTG

• Shelf lifetime is 36 Months
• Store below 30 degrees Celsius
• Protect from Light; Do not Freeze

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Non-composite pack

This medicine contains one component only.

Component

• Injection, solution
• Intramuscular
• Clear, colorless or lightly yellow solution

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These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4: Prescription Only Medicine.?What is the medicines and poisons schedule?

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• 10 ampoules

Source: ARTG

This medicine is not listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Talk to your pharmacist about how much it will cost.

Source: PBS

For the active ingredient: Furosemide

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Source: AHT

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