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Drug

Furosemide

Pronounced

"fure-OH-se-mide"

Uses

This medication is used to reduce extra water in the body in people with heart failure or kidney disease. Getting rid of the extra water can improve symptoms such as trouble breathing or swelling (edema). It can also decrease the strain on your heart and blood vessels. This medication is known as a diuretic (like a "water pill"). It works by increasing the amount of urine you make. This injectable form of furosemide is not meant for long-term use and is used when the drug cannot be taken by mouth.

How to Use This Medication

Read the Instructions for use if available from your pharmacist before you start using furosemide and each time you get a refill. Ask your health care professional how to prepare and use this medication. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

This medication is given by injection under the skin with the use of the on-body injector as directed by your doctor. The on-body injector is applied to a clean, dry area of the abdomen.

Before using, check this product for particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the liquid. Before applying the on-body injector, clean the skin you are going to inject into (the injection site) with rubbing alcohol. Change the injection site each time to lessen injury under the skin. Do not apply to an area that is tender, broken, bruised, red, or hardened. Learn how to store and discard medical supplies safely.

The on-body injector will infuse medication into your body for over 5 hours. You should limit the amount of physical activity you do while the on-body injector is in use to prevent it from accidentally falling off. Do not get the on-body injector wet. It is recommended not to ride in a car or fly in an airplane while wearing the on-body injector. Keep the on-body injector at least 12 inches away from mobile phones, tablets, computers, or other wireless devices.

This device is for one use only. Do not reuse. Do not reapply if the device accidentally falls off. Contact your doctor right away if that happens.

Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse.

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