Furoretic tablets are an effective medication that belongs to the loop diuretic class. They are primarily used orally to treat edema, a condition characterized by excess fluid accumulation in body tissues. Edema often occurs as a result of various medical conditions that affect the body's ability to properly regulate fluid balance, such as congestive heart failure, liver disorders, kidney disease, and certain lung problems. Furoretic's therapeutic effect is based on its active ingredient, furosemide, which powerfully increases the excretion of fluid and salts (such as sodium and chloride) from the body via the kidneys. This helps reduce extracellular fluid volume and relieve edema and its associated symptoms.
The active ingredients in Furoretic tablets:
Each Furoretic tablet contains:
Furosemide: A potent, fast-acting diuretic that works by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the loop of Henle in the kidneys. This inhibition leads to increased excretion of water, sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium in the urine. Due to its strength and rapid action, furosemide is an effective treatment option for severe edema and conditions requiring rapid removal of excess fluid from the body.
Available Strengths
Furoretic tablets are available in one strength: 500 mg. This higher dose may be suitable for patients who require a strong diuretic effect or those who do not respond adequately to lower doses of furosemide. However, the appropriate dose should always be determined by a doctor based on a careful assessment of the patient's condition.
Indications for Use of Furoretic Tablets
Furoretic tablets (500 mg) are primarily used to treat edema associated with the following conditions:
Congestive heart failure: In this condition, the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently, leading to fluid accumulation in the lungs, legs, and other parts of the body. Furosemide helps reduce the workload on the heart by removing excess fluid.
Liver Disorders (such as cirrhosis and ascites): Liver disease can lead to fluid accumulation in the abdomen (ascites) and other parts of the body. Furosemide helps manage this edema.
Kidney diseases (such as nephrotic syndrome, acute and chronic kidney failure): Kidney problems can affect the body's ability to regulate fluids, leading to edema. Furosemide helps increase fluid excretion in cases where some kidney function remains.
Lung disorders (such as pulmonary edema): Fluid can accumulate in the lungs in some cases, obstructing breathing. Furosemide can be used to help remove this fluid.
High blood pressure: In some cases, furosemide can be used to treat high blood pressure, especially in patients who also have edema or when thiazide diuretics are ineffective or inappropriate. Due to its high concentration, it may be used with caution in the treatment of high blood pressure and under close medical supervision.