Frasix Tablet contains Furosemide, a potent loop diuretic commonly prescribed to manage fluid retention (edema) and high blood pressure (hypertension). By promoting the excretion of excess water and salts through urine, it helps alleviate swelling and reduce blood pressure, thereby supporting heart and kidney health.
Precautions of Frasix Tablet:
- Medical History: Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver issues, diabetes, gout, or hearing problems.
- Allergies: Avoid if allergic to Furosemide or sulfa drugs.
- Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Use only if prescribed; discuss potential risks with your doctor.
- Hydration: Ensure adequate fluid intake to prevent dehydration.
Uses of Frasix Tablet:
- Edema: Reduces fluid buildup in conditions like congestive heart failure, liver cirrhosis, and kidney disease.
- Hypertension: Lowers high blood pressure by eliminating excess fluid, easing the workload on the heart.
- Heart Failure: Manages symptoms by decreasing fluid overload, improving breathing and reducing swelling.
Side Effects of Frasix Tablet:
Common Side Effects
- Increased urination
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Muscle cramps
- Elevated blood sugar levels
Serious Side Effects
- Severe dehydration or electrolyte imbalance (e.g., low potassium or sodium levels)
- Hearing issues (ototoxicity), especially with high doses or rapid administration
- Kidney dysfunction or reduced urine output
- Allergic reactions: rash, itching, swelling, or difficulty breathing
FAQs of Frasix Tablet:
1. How should I take Frasix Tablet?
Follow your doctor's instructions. It's usually taken once or twice daily. Avoid taking it late in the evening to prevent nighttime urination.
2. Can I take Frasix Tablet during pregnancy?
Use only if prescribed by your doctor. Discuss potential risks and benefits before starting the medication.
3. What should I do if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it's near the time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose.
Interactions of Frasix Tablet:
- NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, aspirin): May reduce diuretic effectiveness; increased risk of kidney damage.
- Lithium: Elevated lithium levels leading to toxicity.
- Aminoglycoside antibiotics: Increased risk of hearing damage (ototoxicity).
- Other antihypertensives: Enhanced blood pressure-lowering effect; monitor for hypotension.
- Digoxin: Risk of irregular heart rhythms due to low potassium levels
| Manufacturer | : | Healing Pharma |
| Equivalent Brand | : | |
| Generic Search | : | Furosemide |
