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  • Furoscix (furosemide injection)
    Furosemide (Lasix)
  • Furoscix (furosemide injection)
    Furosemide (Lasix)

  • Summary of Furoscix vs. Lasix

    Summary for Diuretic
    Prescription only

    Furoscix (furosemide injection) is a prescription injection used to treat adults who have fluid buildup caused by chronic heart failure or chronic kidney disease. It belongs to a group of medications called loop diuretics, which help your body get rid of extra fluid. Furoscix (furosemide injection) is given through a small, wearable device called an On-body Infusor, which slowly delivers the medication under your skin over about 5 hours. Common side effects include redness, bruising, or swelling where the injection was given.

    Summary for Diuretic (water pill)
    Prescription only

    Furosemide (Lasix) is a loop diuretic, a type of water pill. Furosemide (Lasix) is used to relieve swelling from extra fluids in children and adults. This medication can also lower blood pressure, though it's not a first-choice option for this condition. Furosemide (Lasix) comes as a tablet that's taken by mouth, typically once or twice daily. It's also available as an oral solution for people who've trouble swallowing tablets. Furosemide (Lasix) will cause you to urinate more often as a side effect, so it's best to not take this medication too close to bedtime.

  • Indications of Furoscix vs. Lasix

    Indications for
    •Fluid buildup in adults with chronic heart failure or chronic kidney disease
    Indications for
    •Swelling (edema) due to heart failure, liver problems, or kidney problems
    •High blood pressure

  • Pros and Cons of Furoscix vs. Lasix

    Pros and Const for Diuretic
    Pros
    •The first FDA-approved furosemide injection that can be given at home
    •Relieves fluid build up in both heart failure and kidney disease
    •Delivers medication through a wearable device
    Cons
    •Limits your movement or bending during the 5-hour infusion
    •Must keep cell phones, computers, or other wireless devices at least 12 inches from wearable device
    •Raises the risk of dizziness or falls
    Pros and Const for Diuretic (water pill)
    Pros
    •Starts working within an hour after you take it
    •Available in liquid form for children or people who have trouble swallowing pills
    •Available as a lower-cost generic medication
    Cons
    •Not a good choice for people with a sulfa allergy
    •Might cause you to urinate in the middle of the night if you take it later in the day
    •Can make you more dizzy and raise your risk for falling down

  • Common Side Effects of Furoscix vs. Lasix

    Common Side Effects for
    •Injection-site reactions (e.g., pain, bruising, swelling, or redness)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Urinating more often
    •Dizziness
    •Headache
    •Feeling off balance when you get up suddenly
    •Skin sensitive to the sun

  • Warnings of Furoscix vs. Lasix

    Common Side Effects for
    •Dehydration and kidney problems
    •Hearing problems
    •Problems with urination
    •Incomplete dosing
    Common Side Effects for
    •Dehydration and electrolyte imbalance
    •Caution in people with liver problems
    •Hearing problems
    •Problems with urination
    •Allergic reaction
    •Gout

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