Medical Uses
Furosemide is primarily used for the treatment of hypertension and edema. It is the first-line agent in most people with edema due to congestive heart failure. It is also used for hepatic cirrhosis, renal impairment, nephrotic syndrome, in adjunct therapy for cerebral/pulmonary edema where rapid diuresis is required (IV injection), and in the management of severe hypercalcemia in combination with adequate rehydration.
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