Diuretic
Diuretics promote excretion of water
and electrolytes by the kidney. They are used in patients with conditions
such as congestive heart failure, or liver, kidney or pulmonary disease
when salt and water retention has resulted in oedema or ascites. Thiazides,
related diuretics and loop diuretics ,enter the fetal circulation and may
cause electrolyte disturbances. During the latter part of the pregnancy,
products of this type should therefore only be taken on sound indications,
and then in the lowest effective dose.
Products: |
Frusemide |
For Children: |
Can be used safely |
For Pregnant Women: |
Contra-indicated, as safety not
established |
For Breastfeeding Mothers: |
To be used only if clearly indicated |
Contra-indications*: |
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Caution: |
Hepatic and liver dysfunction |
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