FUROSEMIDE TABLETS B.P. (Vet.) 20mg

FUROSEMIDE TABLETS B.P. (Vet.) 40mg

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Tablets containing the stated amount of Furosemide. The tablets are white,

circular with bevelled edges and a break-line. The 20mg tablets are flat faced

and are embossed ‘F20’. The 40mg tablets are bi-convex and embossed ‘F40’.

Both strengths are embossed ‘CP’ on the reverse.

Uses:

Furosemide tablets B.P. (Vet.) 20mg and 40mg are for use in cats and

dogs only. It is a potent ‘loop’ diuretic. So called because it acts primarily by

inhibiting electrolyte absorption in the loop of Henlé. It has a rapid onset of

action, normally within 1 hour of administration, but a relatively short duration

of activity of approximately 4 hours. These characteristics mean that dosing

can be timed within the day, to allow consequent passage of water at socially

convenient times.

Furosemide Tablets B.P. (Vet.) are used in the treatment of oedema. Conditions

suitable for treatment include ascites, hydrothorax, pulmonary oedema and

oedema of the mammary gland or of the legs, as well as oedema resulting from

cardiac insufficiency, hepatic or renal dysfunction, parasitism or of a traumatic

origin. Combined therapy with other medicinal products may be indicated.

Dosage:

For oral administration only. 5mg per Kilogram bodyweight, one to two times

daily.

Diuresis occurs within one hour and is normally complete within six hours.

Dosing at an interval of at least six hours (and up to ten hours) allows for twice

daily dosing, usually without the need for excess urine to be passed during the

night. Not to be used in cats or dogs weighing less than 4 kg in bodyweight

Rev. 08/06

Whinleys Estate Clarborough Retford

Notts DN22 9NA

Tel: 01777 708440 Fax: 01777 860020

Marketing authorisation numbers:

Furosemide Tablets B.P. (Vet.) 20mg Vm 04409/4001

Furosemide Tablets B.P. (Vet.) 40mg Vm 04409/4000

Nil.

Further information:

20mg tablets in 500’s.

40mg tablets in 1,000’s.

Package quantities:

POM-V

Legal category:

Pharmaceutical precautions:

Do not store above 25°C. Protect from light. Keep out of reach of children.

Patients may increase their water intake to compensate for the diuresis.

Consideration should be given to restricting water intake if the animal’s

condition permits.

Doses higher than that which is recommended may cause transitory deafness.

Monitoring of plasma potassium levels is advisable during periods of

prolonged treatment of combined therapy with cardiac glycosides. Potassium

supplements may be necessary. Furosemide tablets B.P. (Vet.) may be used in

pregnant or lactating animals.

Wear gloves during, or wash your hands immediately after, handling the

tablets.

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FUROSEMIDE TABLETS B.P. (Vet.) 20mg

FUROSEMIDE TABLETS B.P. (Vet.) 40mg