Furohexal
Furohexal contains furosemide, which is a loop diuretic (water pill) that prevents your body from absorbing too much salt. This allows the salt to instead be passed in your urine. Furohexal is used to treat fluid overload and swelling caused by heart, kidney, or liver disease, and is also prescribed to lower high blood pressure.
Dosage by Body Weight
The dosage of Furohexal is highly individualized and must be determined by a healthcare professional. For adults, the typical starting dose for edema is 20 mg to 80 mg as a single dose. Pediatric doses are carefully calculated based on body weight, starting at 1 to 2 mg/kg per day up to a maximum of 6 mg/kg per day.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routine / 1 mg/kg per dose
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Requires strict medical supervision and close monitoring of fluid balance and serum electrolytes.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 5 mg to 10 mg
- Frequency
- Once or twice daily
- Tracking Notes
- Administer under physician guidance. Ensure child is adequately hydrated.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 8 mg to 15 mg
- Frequency
- Once or twice daily
- Tracking Notes
- Monitor potassium levels. May be taken with milk or food to avoid stomach upset.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 11 mg to 25 mg
- Frequency
- Once or twice daily
- Tracking Notes
- Dose is based on 1-2 mg per kg of body weight. Adjust under medical supervision.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 16 mg to 30 mg
- Frequency
- Once or twice daily
- Tracking Notes
- Regular monitoring of kidney function and electrolytes is recommended during prolonged use.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routine / 1 mg/kg per dose | Use only if prescribed | Requires strict medical supervision and close monitoring of fluid balance and serum electrolytes. |
| 5-7 kg | 5 mg to 10 mg | Once or twice daily | Administer under physician guidance. Ensure child is adequately hydrated. |
| 8-10 kg | 8 mg to 15 mg | Once or twice daily | Monitor potassium levels. May be taken with milk or food to avoid stomach upset. |
| 11-15 kg | 11 mg to 25 mg | Once or twice daily | Dose is based on 1-2 mg per kg of body weight. Adjust under medical supervision. |
| 16-20 kg | 16 mg to 30 mg | Once or twice daily | Regular monitoring of kidney function and electrolytes is recommended during prolonged use. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used to treat fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disorder. It is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Generic Name
FurosemideScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.