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Drug Interactions
A total of 497 medications are known to interact with Lasix. Add another medication to view potential interactions with this medication.
Common Interactions Checks
Drug and Food Interactions
Moderate
Lasix
+ Food
The following applies to the ingredients: Furosemide (found in Lasix)
Furosemide and ethanol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. These side effects are most likely to be seen at the beginning of treatment, following a dose increase, or when treatment is restarted after an interruption. Let your doctor know if you develop these symptoms and they do not go away after a few days or they become troublesome. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you, and use caution when getting up from a sitting or lying position. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Drug and Pregnancy Interactions
Major
Lasix
+ Pregnancy
The following applies to the ingredients: Furosemide (found in Lasix)
Professional Content
This drug should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus; use is contraindicated according to some authorities.
AU TGA pregnancy category: C
US FDA pregnancy category: C
Comments: Use of this drug during pregnancy requires monitoring of electrolytes, hematocrit, and fetal growth.
Animal studies have revealed evidence of fetolethality. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy.
AU TGA pregnancy category C: Drugs which, owing to their pharmacological effects, have caused or may be suspected of causing, harmful effects on the human fetus or neonate without causing malformations. These effects may be reversible. Accompanying texts should be consulted for further details.
US FDA pregnancy category C: Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
References
- "Product Information. Lasix (furosemide)." sanofi-aventis PROD (2007):
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
Drug and Breastfeeding Interactions
Major
Lasix
+ Breastfeeding
The following applies to the ingredients: Furosemide (found in Lasix)
Professional Content
Caution is recommended as use is contraindicated according to some authorities.
Excreted into human milk: Yes
Comments: The effects in the nursing infant are unknown.
References
- "Product Information. Lasix (furosemide)." sanofi-aventis PROD (2007):
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
Therapeutic Duplication Warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
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Drug Interaction Classification | |
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These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication. |
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Major | Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. |
Moderate | Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. |
Minor | Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. |
Unknown | No interaction information available. |
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