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Hurix Tablet (Furosemide)

Hurix Tablet (Furosemide)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Furosemide›40mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Il Yang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round tablets
Packaging
250 tablets per bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 197200160 · Notified 1972.02.29 · Insurance code 641702750

Summary

Main use
Treatment of edema (e.g., cardiac, renal, and hepatic) and hypertension
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
(Oral: tablets) 1. Adults: Administer 20-80㎎ of furosemide orally once daily, either daily or every other day. If the effect is insufficient, increase the dose by 20-40㎎ every 6-8 hours and administer 1-2 times daily. In severe cases, up to 600㎎ per day may be administered. For hypertension, administer 80㎎ per day in 2 divided doses. If the effect is insufficient, administer in combination with another antihypertensive (such as reserpine). (Injection) 1. Adults: Administer 20-40㎎ of furosemide once daily by intravenous or intramuscular injection. If the effect is insufficient, increase the dose by 20㎎ every 2 hours and administer by injection 1-2 times daily.
Child dose
(Oral: tablets) 2. Children: Administer 2㎎ of this drug per ㎏ of body weight. If the effect is insufficient, increase the dose by 1-2㎎ per ㎏ of body weight every 6-8 hours. (Injection) 2. Children: Administer 1㎎ per ㎏ of body weight by intravenous or intramuscular injection. Increase the dose by 1㎎ per ㎏ of body weight every 2 hours and administer by injection. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Il Yang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of edema (e.g., cardiac, renal, and hepatic) and hypertension

  • Hypertension
  • cardiac edema
  • renal edema
  • hepatic edema
  • peripheral vascular edema
  • acute pulmonary edema
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This medication is primarily used for various edema symptoms such as hypertension (essential and renal hypertension), cardiac edema due to heart failure, renal edema, hepatic edema (ascites), and peripheral vascular edema. The injectable form is also used for the treatment of acute pulmonary edema. This drug helps to lower blood pressure and reduce excess fluid accumulation in the body, thereby improving symptoms. Both tablet and injectable forms can be used appropriately for managing various types of edema and hypertension according to the route of administration. Overall, it effectively treats edema and blood pressure issues associated with cardiovascular and kidney-related diseases.

How to take

Adult dose

(Oral: tablets) 1. Adults: Administer 20-80㎎ of furosemide orally once daily, either daily or every other day. If the effect is insufficient, increase the dose by 20-40㎎ every 6-8 hours and administer 1-2 times daily. In severe cases, up to 600㎎ per day may be administered. For hypertension, administer 80㎎ per day in 2 divided doses. If the effect is insufficient, administer in combination with another antihypertensive (such as reserpine). (Injection) 1. Adults: Administer 20-40㎎ of furosemide once daily by intravenous or intramuscular injection. If the effect is insufficient, increase the dose by 20㎎ every 2 hours and administer by injection 1-2 times daily.

Child dose

(Oral: tablets) 2. Children: Administer 2㎎ of this drug per ㎏ of body weight. If the effect is insufficient, increase the dose by 1-2㎎ per ㎏ of body weight every 6-8 hours. (Injection) 2. Children: Administer 1㎎ per ㎏ of body weight by intravenous or intramuscular injection. Increase the dose by 1㎎ per ㎏ of body weight every 2 hours and administer by injection. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This drug is a powerful diuretic that expels water and salt from the body. Serious dehydration and electrolyte imbalances may occur with overdose, so regular blood tests are necessary. Patients allergic to this medication or those with certain kidney or liver diseases, as well as pregnant or breastfeeding women, should not take this drug. Patients experiencing difficulty in urination may encounter discomfort when taking this medication, thus caution is advised. Patients with low blood pressure, diabetes, gout, and liver cirrhosis require careful monitoring during use. Elderly patients are at higher risk of dizziness or fainting due to dehydration and low blood pressure when taking this drug. Regular monitoring of serum sodium, potassium, and creatinine levels is essential during treatment, especially when symptoms such as vomiting or diarrhea occur. This medication may interact with specific drugs, increasing the risk of side effects when used concomitantly; therefore, consultation with healthcare professionals is necessary. It should not be used during pregnancy unless under special circumstances, and breastfeeding mothers are advised to avoid it. In case of overdose, seek immediate medical attention for appropriate treatment and electrolyte correction. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Side effects

Hyponatremia, hypochloremia, hypokalemia, hypocalcemia, hypomagnesemia, electrolyte disturbance, metabolic alkalosis, dehydration, hypovolemia, increased serum creatinine, increased serum urea, increased serum cholesterol, increased serum triglycerides, increased serum uric acid, gout attack, glucose intolerance, Pseudo-Bartter syndrome, arrhythmia, hypotension, thrombosis, vasculitis, acute urinary retention, interstitial nephritis, renal calcification, kidney stones, increased BUN, increased urine output, renal failure, thirst, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, acute pancreatitis, anorexia, intrahepatic cholestasis, increased hepatic transaminases, jaundice, visual disturbances, hearing impairment, tinnitus, hearing loss, pruritus, urticaria, rash, blistering dermatitis, erythema multiforme, exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, pemphigus-like syndrome, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, purpura, phototoxic reactions, drug-induced rash, licheniform reactions, anaphylactic reaction, systemic lupus erythematosus exacerbation, sensory disturbances, hepatic encephalopathy, decreased concentration, decreased responsiveness, confusion, dizziness, heaviness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, weakness, syncope, loss of consciousness, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, granulocytopenia, agranulocytosis, eosinophilia, anemia, aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia, hemoconcentration, muscle cramps, stiffness, myasthenia, rhabdomyolysis, congenital patent ductus arteriosus, pain at the intramuscular injection site, fever, weakness, lethargy

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that blocks light. Additionally, it is best to keep the medication at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage ensures the medication's efficacy and safety.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablets

Package unit

250 tablets per bottle

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