Generic Name: Nitrofurantoin (NYE-troe-fure-AN-toin)
Brand Name: Furadantin

Furadantin Suspension is used for:

Treating and preventing urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria.

Furadantin Suspension is an antibiotic for specific use in the urinary tract. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.

Do NOT use Furadantin Suspension if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Furadantin Suspension
• you are pregnant and at term (38 to 42 weeks pregnant), you are about to go into labor, or you are in labor
• if you have decreased kidney function, decreased urination, or you are unable to urinate
• you have a history of liver problems or yellowing of the skin or eyes after taking any form of Furadantin Suspension
• the patient is younger than 1 month old

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Furadantin Suspension:

Some medical conditions may interact with Furadantin Suspension. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have anemia, diabetes, electrolyte problems, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, kidney problems, liver problems, nerve problems (eg, peripheral neuropathy), porphyria (a certain blood problem), or low levels of vitamin B in your blood
• if you have a history of lung problems (eg, diffuse interstitial pneumonitis, pulmonary fibrosis)
• if you have very poor health

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Furadantin Suspension. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Probenecid or sulfinpyrazone because they may increase the risk of Furadantin Suspension’s side effects or decrease Furadantin Suspension’s effectiveness

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Furadantin Suspension may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Furadantin Suspension:

Use Furadantin Suspension as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Furadantin Suspension by mouth with food.
• Shake well before each use.
• Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.
• Drinking extra fluids while you are taking Furadantin Suspension is recommended. Check with your doctor for instructions.
• Do not take an antacid that has magnesium trisilicate in it while you are taking Furadantin Suspension. Check with your pharmacist if you are unsure which antacids have magnesium trisilicate in them.
• To clear up your infection completely, take Furadantin Suspension for the full course of treatment. Keep taking it even if you feel better in a few days.
• If you miss a dose of Furadantin Suspension, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Furadantin Suspension.

Important safety information:

• Furadantin Suspension may cause drowsiness or dizziness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Furadantin Suspension with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
• Furadantin Suspension may rarely cause severe and sometimes fatal lung problems. If this occurs, it is usually in patients who take Furadantin Suspension for 6 months or longer. These problems may occur without warning signs. If you will be using Furadantin Suspension for a long period of time, your doctor may perform lung function tests to check for side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you develop fever, chills, chest pain, unusual cough, trouble breathing (especially while you are being active), other breathing problems, or persistent feeling of being unwell.
• Furadantin Suspension may rarely cause severe and sometimes fatal liver problems. Tell your doctor right away if you develop yellowing of the skin or eyes; pale stools; or severe or persistent nausea, loss of appetite, or stomach pain.
• Furadantin Suspension may rarely cause severe and sometimes fatal nerve problems. The risk may be greater in patients who have decreased kidney function, anemia, diabetes, electrolyte problems, or low blood vitamin B levels. Tell your doctor right away if you develop numbness, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet.
• Mild diarrhea is common with antibiotic use. However, a more serious form of diarrhea (pseudomembranous colitis) may rarely occur. This may develop while you use the antibiotic or within several months after you stop using it. Contact your doctor right away if stomach pain or cramps, severe diarrhea, or bloody stools occur. Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor.
• Long-term or repeated use of Furadantin Suspension may cause a second infection. Tell your doctor if signs of a second infection occur. Your medicine may need to be changed to treat this.
• Furadantin Suspension only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections (eg, the common cold).
• Be sure to use Furadantin Suspension for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not clear up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.
• Furadantin Suspension may discolor the urine. This is normal and not a cause for concern.
• Diabetes patients – Furadantin Suspension may cause the results of some tests for urine glucose to be wrong. Ask your doctor before you change your diet or the dose of your diabetes medicine.
• Lab tests, including liver function, kidney function, and lung function, may be performed while you use Furadantin Suspension. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
• Use Furadantin Suspension with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially lung or liver problems.
• Furadantin Suspension should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 1 month old; the risk of anemia may be greater in these children.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Furadantin Suspension while you are pregnant. Do NOT take Furadantin Suspension if you are at term (38 to 42 weeks pregnant), if you are about to go into labor, or if you are in labor. Furadantin Suspension is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed infants younger than 1 month old while you are taking Furadantin Suspension. If your child is older than 1 month, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Furadantin Suspension:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Gas; headache; loss of appetite; mild diarrhea; nausea.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness); bloody or watery stools; bluish skin or nails; blurred vision or other vision changes; butterfly-shaped rash on the nose and cheeks; confusion; joint or muscle pain; mood or mental changes (eg, depression); persistent feeling of being unwell; persistent headache; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; severe or persistent diarrhea; severe stomach pain or cramps; symptoms of liver problems (eg, yellowing of the skin or eyes, pale stools, severe or persistent nausea or loss of appetite, stomach pain); symptoms of lung problems (eg, fever, chills, chest pain, shortness of breath, unusual or persistent cough); tingling, numbness, or burning of the hands and feet; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual tiredness or weakness.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include vomiting.

Proper storage of Furadantin Suspension:

Store Furadantin Suspension in its original glass container at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Protect from freezing. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Furadantin Suspension out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Furadantin Suspension, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Furadantin Suspension is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Furadantin Suspension. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

fure-a-ZOL-i-done

Available Dosage Forms:

• Suspension
• Tablet

Therapeutic Class: Antibiotic

Chemical Class: Nitrofuran

Uses For furazolidone

Furazolidone is used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections. It works by killing bacteria and protozoa (tiny, one-celled animals). Some protozoa are parasites that can cause many different kinds of infections in the body.

Furazolidone is taken by mouth. It works inside the intestinal tract to treat cholera, colitis, and/or diarrhea caused by bacteria, and giardiasis. furazolidone is sometimes given with other medicines for bacterial infections.

Furazolidone may cause some serious side effects when taken with certain foods, beverages, or other medicines. Check with your health care professional for a list of products that should be avoided.

Furazolidone is available only with your doctor’s prescription.

Before Using furazolidone

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For furazolidone, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to furazolidone or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

Because furazolidone may cause anemia, use in infants up to 1 month of age is not recommended.

Geriatric

Many medicines have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work exactly the same way they do in younger adults or if they cause different side effects or problems in older people. There is no specific information comparing use of furazolidone in the elderly with use in other age groups.

Pregnancy

	Pregnancy Category	Explanation
All Trimesters	C	Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

Using furazolidone with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.

• Amitriptyline
• Apraclonidine
• Atomoxetine
• Benzphetamine
• Brimonidine
• Citalopram
• Clovoxamine
• Cyclobenzaprine
• Cyproheptadine
• Dexmethylphenidate
• Dextroamphetamine
• Diethylpropion
• Escitalopram
• Femoxetine
• Fluoxetine
• Fluvoxamine
• Guanadrel
• Guanethidine
• Isocarboxazid
• Levomethadyl
• Maprotiline
• Mazindol
• Methamphetamine
• Methyldopa
• Methylphenidate
• Milnacipran
• Morphine
• Morphine Sulfate Liposome
• Nefazodone
• Nefopam
• Opipramol
• Paroxetine
• Phendimetrazine
• Phenmetrazine
• Phentermine
• Phenylalanine
• Pseudoephedrine
• Reserpine
• Sertraline
• Sibutramine
• Tapentadol
• Tetrabenazine
• Tranylcypromine
• Venlafaxine
• Zimeldine

Using furazolidone with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

• Albuterol
• Altretamine
• Amphetamine
• Arformoterol
• Avocado
• Bambuterol
• Bitolterol
• Bitter Orange
• Broxaterol
• Clenbuterol
• Difenoxin
• Diphenoxylate
• Droperidol
• Ephedrine
• Ethchlorvynol
• Fenoterol
• Fentanyl
• Formoterol
• Guarana
• Hexoprenaline
• Hydromorphone
• Isoetharine
• Kava
• Levalbuterol
• Licorice
• Lisdexamfetamine
• Ma Huang
• Mate
• Meperidine
• Metaraminol
• Norepinephrine
• Oxycodone
• Phenylephrine
• Phenylpropanolamine
• Pirbuterol
• Procaterol
• Reboxetine
• Rimiterol
• Ritodrine
• Salmeterol
• St John’s Wort
• Terbutaline
• Tulobuterol
• Tyrosine

Using furazolidone with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

• Ginseng

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Using furazolidone with any of the following is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication, change some of the other medicines you take, or give you special instructions about the use of food, alcohol, or tobacco.

• Ethanol

Using furazolidone with any of the following is usually not recommended, but may be unavoidable in some cases. If used together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use furazolidone, or give you special instructions about the use of food, alcohol, or tobacco.

• Tyramine Containing Food

Other Medical Problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of furazolidone. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (lack of G6PD enzyme)—Patients with G6PD-deficiency may develop mild anemia while taking furazolidone

Proper Use of furazolidone

Do not give furazolidone to infants up to 1 month of age, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. furazolidone may cause anemia in these patients.

Furazolidone may be taken with food to lessen the chance of an upset stomach.

To use the oral suspension:

• Use a specially marked measuring spoon or other device to measure each dose accurately. The average household teaspoon may not hold the right amount of liquid.

To help clear up your infection completely, keep taking furazolidone for the full time of treatment, even if you begin to feel better after a few days. If you stop taking furazolidone too soon, your symptoms may return. Do not miss any doses.

Dosing

The dose of furazolidone will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor’s orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of furazolidone. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For oral dosage forms (oral suspension or tablets):
  • For cholera or diarrhea caused by bacteria:
    • Adults—100 milligrams (mg) taken four times a day for five to seven days.
    • Children up to 1 month of age—Use is not recommended.
    • Children 1 month of age and over—Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The usual dose is 1.25 mg per kilogram (kg) (0.56 mg per pound) of body weight taken four times a day for five to seven days.
  • For giardiasis:
    • Adults—100 mg taken four times a day for seven to ten days.
    • Children up to 1 month of age—Use is not recommended.
    • Children 1 month of age and over—Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The usual dose is 1.25 mg to 2 mg per kg (0.56 to 0.90 mg per pound) of body weight taken four times a day for seven to ten days.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of furazolidone, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Precautions While Using furazolidone

It is important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits. This is to check whether or not the infection is cleared up completely.

If your symptoms do not improve within a week, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

Drinking alcoholic beverages or taking other alcohol-containing preparations (for example, elixirs, cough syrups, tonics, or injections of alcohol) while taking furazolidone may rarely cause problems. These problems include increased side effects such as redness of the face, difficult breathing, fainting, and a feeling of tightness in the chest. These side effects usually go away within 24 hours without treatment. However, these effects may occur if you drink alcoholic beverages for up to 4 days after you stop taking furazolidone. Therefore, you should not drink alcoholic beverages or take other alcohol-containing preparations while you are taking furazolidone and for 4 days after stopping it.

Certain foods, drinks, or other medicines may cause very dangerous reactions, such as severe high blood pressure, when taken with furazolidone. Aged or fermented foods and drinks commonly contain tyramine or other substances that increase blood pressure. To avoid such reactions, the following measures are recommended:

• Do not eat foods that have a high tyramine content (most common in foods that are aged or fermented to increase their flavor), such as cheeses; yeast or meat extracts; fava or broad bean pods; smoked or pickled meat, poultry, or fish; fermented sausage (bologna, pepperoni, salami, summer sausage) or other fermented meat; or any overripe fruit. If a list of these foods is not given to you, ask your health care professional to provide one.
• Do not drink alcoholic beverages or alcohol-free or reduced-alcohol beer and wine.
• Do not eat or drink large amounts of caffeine-containing food or beverages such as chocolate, coffee, tea, or cola.
• Do not take any other medicines unless approved or prescribed by your doctor. This includes nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) appetite suppressants (diet pills) or medicine for colds, sinus problems, or hay fever or other allergies.
• Do not take any of the above-listed foods, drinks, or medicine for at least 2 weeks after you stop taking furazolidone. They may continue to react with furazolidone during that time.
• Other foods may also contain tyramine or other substances that increase blood pressure. However, these products generally do not cause serious problems when taken with furazolidone, especially if eaten when fresh and in small amounts. These include yogurt, sour cream, cream cheese, cottage cheese, chocolate, and soy sauce. If you have any questions about this, ask your health care professional. Also ask for a list of foods, beverages, or medicines that may cause serious problems when taken with furazolidone.

furazolidone Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Rare

• Fever
• itching
• joint pain
• skin rash or redness
• sore throat

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Less common

• Abdominal or stomach pain
• diarrhea
• headache
• nausea or vomiting

furazolidone commonly causes dark yellow to brown discoloration of urine. This side effect does not usually need medical attention.

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

The information contained in the Thomson Reuters Micromedex products as delivered by Drugs.com is intended as an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatment. It is not a substitute for a medical exam, nor does it replace the need for services provided by medical professionals. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before taking any prescription or over the counter drugs (including any herbal medicines or supplements) or following any treatment or regimen. Only your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist can provide you with advice on what is safe and effective for you.

The use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products is at your sole risk. These products are provided “AS IS” and “as available” for use, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Thomson Reuters Healthcare and Drugs.com make no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, timeliness, usefulness or completeness of any of the information contained in the products. Additionally, THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTIES AS TO THE OPINIONS OR OTHER SERVICE OR DATA YOU MAY ACCESS, DOWNLOAD OR USE AS A RESULT OF USE OF THE THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. Thomson Reuters Healthcare does not assume any responsibility or risk for your use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products.

Generic Name: furosemide (Oral route)

fure-OH-se-mide

Commonly used brand name(s):

In the U.S.

• Furocot
• Lasix

Available Dosage Forms:

• Tablet
• Solution

Therapeutic Class: Cardiovascular Agent

Pharmacologic Class: Diuretic, Loop

Uses For Furocot

Furosemide belongs to a group of medicines called loop diuretics or “water pills”. Furosemide is given to help treat fluid retention (edema) and swelling that is caused by congestive heart failure, liver disease, kidney disease, or other medical conditions. It works by acting on the kidneys to increase the flow of urine .

Furosemide is also used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the work load of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled .

This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription .

Before Using Furocot

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatrics-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of furosemide in children .

Geriatric

No information is available on the relationship of age to the effects of furosemide in geriatric patients. However, elderly patients may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine than younger adults, which may require caution in patients receiving furosemide .

Pregnancy

	Pregnancy Category	Explanation
All Trimesters	C	Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

• Amikacin
• Arsenic Trioxide
• Bepridil
• Digitoxin
• Dofetilide
• Droperidol
• Ethacrynic Acid
• Gentamicin
• Kanamycin
• Ketanserin
• Levomethadyl
• Lithium
• Metolazone
• Neomycin
• Netilmicin
• Sotalol
• Streptomycin
• Tobramycin

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

• Aceclofenac
• Acemetacin
• Alacepril
• Alclofenac
• Aliskiren
• Apazone
• Aspirin
• Benazepril
• Benoxaprofen
• Bromfenac
• Bufexamac
• Captopril
• Carprofen
• Celecoxib
• Cephaloridine
• Cholestyramine
• Cilazapril
• Clofibrate
• Clometacin
• Clonixin
• Colestipol
• Delapril
• Dexketoprofen
• Dibekacin
• Diclofenac
• Diflunisal
• Digoxin
• Dipyrone
• Droxicam
• Enalaprilat
• Enalapril Maleate
• Etodolac
• Etofenamate
• Felbinac
• Fenbufen
• Fenoprofen
• Fentiazac
• Floctafenine
• Fludrocortisone
• Flufenamic Acid
• Flurbiprofen
• Fosinopril
• Germanium
• Ginseng
• Gossypol
• Ibuprofen
• Imidapril
• Indomethacin
• Indoprofen
• Isoxicam
• Ketoprofen
• Ketorolac
• Licorice
• Lisinopril
• Lornoxicam
• Meclofenamate
• Mefenamic Acid
• Meloxicam
• Moexipril
• Nabumetone
• Naproxen
• Niflumic Acid
• Nimesulide
• Oxaprozin
• Oxyphenbutazone
• Pancuronium
• Pentopril
• Perindopril
• Phenylbutazone
• Pirazolac
• Piroxicam
• Pirprofen
• Propyphenazone
• Proquazone
• Quinapril
• Ramipril
• Rofecoxib
• Spirapril
• Sulindac
• Suprofen
• Temocapril
• Tenidap
• Tenoxicam
• Tiaprofenic Acid
• Tolmetin
• Trandolapril
• Tubocurarine
• Valdecoxib
• Vecuronium
• Zofenopril
• Zomepirac

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Other Medical Problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Anuria (not able to form urine)—Should not use in patients with this condition .

• Blood clots or
• Blood disease or
• Dehydration or
• Gout or
• Hearing problems or
• Hyperuricemia (high uric acid in the blood) or
• Hypocalcemia (low calcium in the blood) or
• Hypokalemia (low potassium in the blood) or
• Hypomagnesemia (low magnesium in the blood) or
• Hyponatremia (low sodium in the blood) or
• Hypovolemia (low blood volume) or
• Liver disease, severe (e.g., hepatic coma) or
• Systemic lupus erythematosus—Use with caution. This medicine may make these conditions worse .

• Diabetes—This medicine may increase the amount of sugar in the blood .

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)—Your dose of other antihypertensive medicines may need to be adjusted to prevent your blood pressure from falling too low .

• Kidney disease, severe—Use with caution. The effects may be increased because of slower removal of the medicine from the body .

Proper Use of furosemide

This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain furosemide. It may not be specific to Furocot. Please read with care.

In addition to the use of this medicine, treatment for your high blood pressure may include weight control and changes in the types of foods you eat, especially foods high in sodium or potassium. Your doctor will tell you which of these are most important for you. You should check with your doctor before changing your diet .

Many patients who have high blood pressure will not notice any signs of the problem. In fact, many may feel normal. It is very important that you take your medicine exactly as directed and that you keep your appointments with your doctor even if you feel well .

Remember that this medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it does help control it. You must continue to take it as directed if you expect to lower your blood pressure and keep it down. You may have to take high blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life. If high blood pressure is not treated, it can cause serious problems such as heart failure, blood vessel disease, stroke, or kidney disease .

Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup .

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor’s orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For oral dosage form (oral solution or tablets):
  • For edema:
    • Adults—At first, 20 to 80 milligrams (mg) once a day. Your doctor will adjust your dose as needed.
    • Children—Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor .
  • For high blood pressure:
    • Adults—At first, 40 milligrams (mg) two times a day. Your doctor will adjust your dose as needed.
    • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor .

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.

Precautions While Using Furocot

It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to make sure this medicine is working properly. Blood or urine tests may be needed to check for unwanted effects .

This medicine may cause you to lose more potassium from your body than normal. Your doctor will monitor the potassium in your blood while you are taking this medicine. To prevent the loss of too much water and potassium, tell your doctor if you become sick with severe or continuing nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Check with your doctor right away if you have one or more of these symptoms: dry mouth; increased thirst; muscle cramps; or nausea or vomiting .

Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting may occur, especially when you get up from a lying or sitting position. Getting up slowly may help. If the problem continues or gets worse, check with your doctor .

This medicine may cause changes in your blood sugar levels. If you notice a change in the results of your blood or urine sugar tests or if you have any questions, check with your doctor .

This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Use a sunscreen when you are outdoors. Avoid sunlamps and tanning beds .

Furocot Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Rare

• Chest pain
• chills
• cough or hoarseness
• fever
• general feeling of tiredness or weakness
• headache
• lower back or side pain
• painful or difficult urination
• shortness of breath
• sore throat
• sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth
• swollen or painful glands
• tightness in chest
• unusual bleeding or bruising
• unusual tiredness or weakness
• wheezing

Incidence not determined

• Back or leg pains
• black, tarry stools
• bleeding gums
• blistering, peeling, or loosening of skin
• bloating
• blood in urine or stools
• blurred vision
• burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, “pins and needles”, or tingling feelings
• changes in skin color, pain, tenderness, or swelling of foot or leg
• clay-colored stools
• cloudy urine
• cold sweats
• confusion
• constipation
• continuing ringing or buzzing or other unexplained noise in ears
• coughing up blood
• cracks in the skin
• darkened urine
• diarrhea
• difficulty breathing
• dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from lying or sitting position
• dry mouth
• fast heartbeat
• flushed, dry skin
• fruit-like breath odor
• general body swelling
• greatly decreased frequency of urination or amount of urine
• hearing loss
• increased hunger
• increased thirst
• increased urination
• indigestion
• itching
• joint stiffness or swelling
• loss of appetite
• loss of heat from the body
• nausea or vomiting
• nosebleeds
• pain in joints or muscles
• pains in stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
• pale skin
• pinpoint red spots on the skin
• red, irritated eyes
• red, swollen skin
• scaly skin
• severe abdominal pain
• skin rash
• stomach cramps
• sugar in the urine
• sweating
• swelling of feet or lower legs
• troubled breathing with exertion
• unpleasant breath odor
• unusual weight loss
• vomiting of blood
• yellow eyes or skin

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:

Symptoms of overdose

• Decreased urination
• drowsiness
• increase in heart rate
• irregular heartbeat
• irritability
• mood changes
• muscle cramps
• numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness in hands, feet, or lips
• rapid breathing
• seizures
• sunken eyes
• thirst
• trembling
• weak pulse
• weakness and heaviness of legs
• wrinkled skin

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Incidence not determined

• Feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
• hives or welts
• increased sensitivity of skin to sunlight
• muscle spasm
• redness or other discoloration of skin
• restlessness
• sensation of spinning
• severe sunburn
• weakness

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

The information contained in the Thomson Reuters Micromedex products as delivered by Drugs.com is intended as an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatment. It is not a substitute for a medical exam, nor does it replace the need for services provided by medical professionals. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before taking any prescription or over the counter drugs (including any herbal medicines or supplements) or following any treatment or regimen. Only your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist can provide you with advice on what is safe and effective for you.

The use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products is at your sole risk. These products are provided “AS IS” and “as available” for use, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Thomson Reuters Healthcare and Drugs.com make no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, timeliness, usefulness or completeness of any of the information contained in the products. Additionally, THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTIES AS TO THE OPINIONS OR OTHER SERVICE OR DATA YOU MAY ACCESS, DOWNLOAD OR USE AS A RESULT OF USE OF THE THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. Thomson Reuters Healthcare does not assume any responsibility or risk for your use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products.

Generic Name: furosemide (Injection route)

fure-OH-se-mide

Commonly used brand name(s):

In the U.S.

• Furomide M.D.

Available Dosage Forms:

• Solution
• Injectable

Therapeutic Class: Cardiovascular Agent

Pharmacologic Class: Diuretic, Loop

Uses For Furomide M.D.

Furosemide belongs to a group of medicines called loop diuretics or “water pills”. Furosemide is used to help treat fluid retention (edema) and swelling that is caused by congestive heart failure, liver disease (cirrhosis), kidney disease, or other medical conditions. It works by acting on the kidneys to increase the flow of urine .

This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription .

Before Using Furomide M.D.

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatrics-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of furosemide injection in children. However, because of this medication’s toxicity, it should be used with caution in premature infants after less toxic alternatives have been considered and/or found ineffective. Recommended doses should not be exceeded, and the patient should be carefully monitored during therapy .

Geriatric

No information is available on the relationship of age to the effects of furosemide injection in geriatric patients. However, elderly patients may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine than younger adults, which may require caution in patients receiving furosemide injection .

Pregnancy

	Pregnancy Category	Explanation
All Trimesters	C	Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

• Amikacin
• Arsenic Trioxide
• Bepridil
• Digitoxin
• Dofetilide
• Droperidol
• Ethacrynic Acid
• Gentamicin
• Kanamycin
• Ketanserin
• Levomethadyl
• Lithium
• Metolazone
• Neomycin
• Netilmicin
• Sotalol
• Streptomycin
• Tobramycin

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

• Aceclofenac
• Acemetacin
• Alacepril
• Alclofenac
• Aliskiren
• Apazone
• Aspirin
• Benazepril
• Benoxaprofen
• Bromfenac
• Bufexamac
• Captopril
• Carprofen
• Celecoxib
• Cephaloridine
• Cilazapril
• Clofibrate
• Clometacin
• Clonixin
• Delapril
• Dexketoprofen
• Dibekacin
• Diclofenac
• Diflunisal
• Digoxin
• Dipyrone
• Droxicam
• Enalaprilat
• Enalapril Maleate
• Etodolac
• Etofenamate
• Felbinac
• Fenbufen
• Fenoprofen
• Fentiazac
• Floctafenine
• Fludrocortisone
• Flufenamic Acid
• Flurbiprofen
• Fosinopril
• Germanium
• Ginseng
• Gossypol
• Ibuprofen
• Imidapril
• Indomethacin
• Indoprofen
• Isoxicam
• Ketoprofen
• Ketorolac
• Licorice
• Lisinopril
• Lornoxicam
• Meclofenamate
• Mefenamic Acid
• Meloxicam
• Moexipril
• Nabumetone
• Naproxen
• Niflumic Acid
• Nimesulide
• Oxaprozin
• Oxyphenbutazone
• Pancuronium
• Pentopril
• Perindopril
• Phenylbutazone
• Pirazolac
• Piroxicam
• Pirprofen
• Propyphenazone
• Proquazone
• Quinapril
• Ramipril
• Rofecoxib
• Spirapril
• Sulindac
• Suprofen
• Temocapril
• Tenidap
• Tenoxicam
• Tiaprofenic Acid
• Tolmetin
• Trandolapril
• Tubocurarine
• Valdecoxib
• Vecuronium
• Zofenopril
• Zomepirac

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Other Medical Problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Anuria (not able to form urine)—Should not use in patients with this condition .

• Blood clots or
• Blood disease or
• Dehydration or
• Gout or
• Hearing problems or
• Hyperuricemia (high uric acid in the blood) or
• Hypocalcemia (low calcium in the blood) or
• Hypokalemia (low potassium in the blood) or
• Hypomagnesemia (low magnesium in the blood) or
• Hyponatremia (low sodium in the blood) or
• Hypovolemia (low blood volume) or
• Liver disease, severe (e.g., hepatic coma) or
• Systemic lupus erythematosus—Use with caution. This medicine may worsen these conditions .

• Diabetes—This medicine may increase the amount of sugar in the blood .

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)—Your dose of antihypertensive medicines may need to be adjusted to prevent your blood pressure from falling too low .

• Kidney disease, severe—Use with caution. The effects may be increased because of slower removal of the medicine from the body .

Proper Use of Furomide M.D.

A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. This medicine is given as a shot in a muscle under your skin or into a vein .

Precautions While Using Furomide M.D.

Your doctor will only give you a few doses of this medicine until your condition improves, and then you will be switched to another medicine that works the same way. If you have any concerns about this, talk to your doctor .

Furomide M.D. Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Rare

• Chest pain
• chills
• cough or hoarseness
• fever
• general feeling of tiredness or weakness
• headache
• lower back or side pain
• painful or difficult urination
• shortness of breath
• sore throat
• sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth
• swollen or painful glands
• tightness in chest
• unusual bleeding or bruising
• unusual tiredness or weakness
• wheezing

Incidence not determined

• Back or leg pains
• black, tarry stools
• bleeding gums
• blistering, peeling, or loosening of skin
• bloating
• blood in urine or stools
• blurred vision
• burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, “pins and needles”, or tingling feelings
• changes in skin color, pain, tenderness, or swelling of foot or leg
• clay-colored stools
• cloudy urine
• cold sweats
• confusion
• constipation
• continuing ringing or buzzing or other unexplained noise in ears
• coughing up blood
• cracks in the skin
• darkened urine
• diarrhea
• difficulty breathing
• dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from lying or sitting position
• dry mouth
• fast heartbeat
• flushed, dry skin
• fruit-like breath odor
• general body swelling
• greatly decreased frequency of urination or amount of urine
• hearing loss
• increased hunger
• increased thirst
• increased urination
• indigestion
• itching
• joint stiffness or swelling
• loss of appetite
• loss of heat from the body
• nausea or vomiting
• nosebleeds
• pain in joints or muscles
• pain where a shot was given
• pains in stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
• pale skin
• pinpoint red spots on the skin
• red, irritated eyes
• red, swollen skin
• scaly skin
• severe abdominal pain
• skin rash
• stomach cramps
• sugar in the urine
• sweating
• swelling of feet or lower legs
• troubled breathing with exertion
• unpleasant breath odor
• unusual weight loss
• vomiting of blood
• yellow eyes or skin

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:

Symptoms of overdose

• Decreased urination
• drowsiness
• increase in heart rate
• irregular heartbeat
• irritability
• mood changes
• muscle cramps
• numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness in hands, feet, or lips
• rapid breathing
• seizures
• sunken eyes
• thirst
• trembling
• weak pulse
• weakness and heaviness of legs
• wrinkled skin

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Incidence not determined

• Feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
• hives or welts
• increased sensitivity of skin to sunlight
• muscle spasm
• redness or other discoloration of skin
• restlessness
• sensation of spinning
• severe sunburn
• weakness

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

The information contained in the Thomson Reuters Micromedex products as delivered by Drugs.com is intended as an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatment. It is not a substitute for a medical exam, nor does it replace the need for services provided by medical professionals. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before taking any prescription or over the counter drugs (including any herbal medicines or supplements) or following any treatment or regimen. Only your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist can provide you with advice on what is safe and effective for you.

The use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products is at your sole risk. These products are provided “AS IS” and “as available” for use, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Thomson Reuters Healthcare and Drugs.com make no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, timeliness, usefulness or completeness of any of the information contained in the products. Additionally, THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTIES AS TO THE OPINIONS OR OTHER SERVICE OR DATA YOU MAY ACCESS, DOWNLOAD OR USE AS A RESULT OF USE OF THE THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. Thomson Reuters Healthcare does not assume any responsibility or risk for your use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products.

Brand names: Lasix

Why is Furosemide prescribed?

Lasix is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and other conditions that require the elimination of excess fluid (water) from the body. These conditions include congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, and kidney disease. When used to treat high blood pressure, Lasix is effective alone or in combination with other high blood pressure medications. Diuretics help your body produce and eliminate more urine, which helps lower blood pressure. Lasix is classified as a “loop diuretic” because of its point of action in the kidneys.

Lasix is also used with other drugs in people with fluid accumulation in the lungs.

Most important fact about Furosemide

Lasix acts quickly, usually within 1 hour. However, since blood pressure declines gradually, it may be several weeks before you get the full benefit of Lasix; and you must continue taking it even if you are feeling well. Lasix does not cure high blood pressure; it merely keeps it under control.

How should you take Furosemide?

Take Furosemide exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

• If you miss a dose…
  Take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take 2 doses at the same time.

• Storage instructions…
  Keep Furosemide in the container it came in, tightly closed, and away from direct light. Store at room temperature.

What side effects may occur?

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Lasix.

• Side effects may include:
  Anemia, blood disorders, blurred vision, constipation, cramping, diarrhea, dizziness, dizziness upon standing, fever, headache, hearing loss, high blood sugar, hives, itching, loss of appetite, low potassium (leading to symptoms like dry mouth, excessive thirst, weak or irregular heartbeat, muscle pain or cramps), muscle spasms, nausea, rash, reddish or purplish spots on the skin, restlessness, ringing in the ears, sensitivity to light, skin eruptions, skin inflammation and flaking, stomach or mouth irritation, tingling or pins and needles, vertigo, vision changes, vomiting, weakness, yellow eyes and skin

Why should Furosemide not be prescribed?

If you are sensitive to or have ever had an allergic reaction to Lasix or diuretics, or if you are unable to urinate, you should not take Furosemide.

Special warnings about Furosemide

Lasix can cause your body to lose too much potassium. Signs of an excessively low potassium level include muscle weakness and rapid or irregular heartbeat. To improve your potassium level, your doctor may prescribe a potassium supplement or recommend potassium-rich foods, such as bananas, raisins, and orange juice.

Make sure the doctor knows if you have kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, gout, or the connective tissue disease, lupus erythematosus. Lasix should be used with caution.

If you are allergic to sulfa drugs, you may also be allergic to Lasix.

If you have high blood pressure, avoid over-the-counter medications that may increase blood pressure, including cold remedies and appetite suppressants.

Your skin may be more sensitive to the effects of sunlight.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Furosemide

If Lasix is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to consult with your doctor before taking Lasix with any of the following:

Aminoglycoside antibiotics such as gentamicin
Aspirin and other salicylates
Ethacrynic acid
Indomethacin
Lithium
Norepinephrine
Other high blood pressure medications such as terazosin and doxazosin
Sucralfate

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

The effects of Lasix during pregnancy have not been adequately studied. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. Lasix appears in breast milk and could affect a nursing infant. If Furosemide is essential to your health, your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding until your treatment is finished.

Recommended dosage for Furosemide

Your doctor will adjust the dosages of this strong diuretic to meet your specific needs.

ADULTS

Fluid Retention

You will probably be started at a single dose of 20 to 80 milligrams. If needed, the same dose can be repeated 6 to 8 hours later, or the dose may be increased. Your doctor may raise the dosage by 20 milligrams or 40 milligrams with each successive administration—each 6 to 8 hours after the previous dose—until the desired effect is achieved. This dosage is then taken once or twice daily thereafter. Your doctor should monitor you carefully using laboratory tests. The maximum daily dose is 600 milligrams.

High Blood Pressure

The usual starting dose is 80 milligrams per day divided into 2 doses. Your doctor will adjust the dosages and may add other high blood pressure medications if Lasix is not enough.

CHILDREN

The usual initial dose is 2 milligrams per 2.2 pounds of body weight given in a single oral dose. The doctor may increase subsequent doses by 1 to 2 milligrams per 2.2 pounds. Doses are spaced 6 to 8 hours apart. A child’s dosage will be adjusted to the lowest needed to achieve maximum effect, and should not exceed 6 milligrams per 2.2 pounds.

Overdosage

Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. An overdose of Lasix can cause symptoms of severe dehydration. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.

• Symptoms of Lasix overdose may include:
  Dry mouth, excessive thirst, low blood pressure, muscle pain or cramps, nausea and vomiting, weak or irregular heartbeat, weakness or drowsiness

Generic Name: miconazole topical (my CON a zole)
Brand Names: Aloe Vesta, Aloe Vesta 2 in 1 Antifungal, Baza, Cruex Prescription Strength, Desenex Prescription Strength, Fungoid, Fungoid Kit, Micatin, Micatin Cooling Action, Micatin Foot Powder, Micatin Foot Powder Deodorant, Micatin Jock Itch, Micatin Liquid Foot, Mitrazol, Monistat Derm, Ony-Clear, Zeasorb-AF

What is Fungoid Kit (miconazole topical)?

Miconazole topical is an antifungal medication. Miconazole topical prevents fungus from growing on your skin.

Miconazole topical is used to treat skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm, tinea versicolor (a fungus that discolors the skin), and yeast infections.

Miconazole topical may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Fungoid Kit (miconazole topical)?

Use this medication for the full amount of time prescribed by your doctor or as recommended in the package even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely healed.

Do not use bandages or dressings that do not allow air to circulate to the affected area (occlusive dressings) unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Wear loose-fitting clothing (preferably cotton).

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

Who should not use Fungoid Kit (miconazole topical)?

Do not use miconazole topical if you have had an allergic reaction to it in the past.

It is not known whether miconazole topical will harm an unborn baby. Do not use miconazole topical without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is not known whether miconazole passes into breast milk. Do not use miconazole topical without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use Fungoid Kit (miconazole topical)?

Use miconazole topical exactly as directed by your doctor or follow the directions that accompany the package. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Wash your hands before and after using this medication.

Clean and dry the affected area. Apply the cream, lotion, spray, or powder once or twice daily as directed for 2 to 4 weeks.

Use this medication for the full amount of time prescribed by your doctor or as recommended in the package even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely healed.

If the infection does not clear up in 2 weeks (or 4 weeks for athlete’s foot), or if it appears to get worse, see your doctor.

Do not use bandages or dressings that do not allow air circulation over the affected area (occlusive dressings) unless otherwise directed by your doctor. A light cotton-gauze dressing may be used to protect clothing.

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Store miconazole topical at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the dose you missed and apply only the regular amount of miconazole topical. Do not use a double dose unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of miconazole topical is unlikely to occur. If you do suspect that a much larger than normal dose has been used or that miconazole topical has been ingested, contact an emergency room or a poison control center.

What should I avoid while using Fungoid Kit (miconazole topical)?

Avoid wearing tight-fitting, synthetic clothing that doesn’t allow air circulation. Wear loose-fitting clothing made of cotton and other natural fibers until the infection is healed.

Fungoid Kit (miconazole topical) side effects

Serious side effects of miconazole topical use are not expected. Stop using miconazole topical and see your doctor if you experience unusual or severe blistering, itching, redness, peeling, dryness, or irritation of the skin.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Fungoid Kit (miconazole topical)?

Avoid using other topicals at the same time unless your doctor approves. Other skin medications may affect the absorption or effectiveness of miconazole topical.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has additional information about miconazole topical written for health professionals that you may read.

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
• Every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided by Cerner Multum, Inc. (‘Multum’) is accurate, up-to-date, and complete, but no guarantee is made to that effect. Drug information contained herein may be time sensitive. Multum information has been compiled for use by healthcare practitioners and consumers in the United States and therefore Multum does not warrant that uses outside of the United States are appropriate, unless specifically indicated otherwise. Multum’s drug information does not endorse drugs, diagnose patients or recommend therapy. Multum’s drug information is an informational resource designed to assist licensed healthcare practitioners in caring for their patients and/or to serve consumers viewing this service as a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgment of healthcare practitioners. The absence of a warning for a given drug or drug combination in no way should be construed to indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective or appropriate for any given patient. Multum does not assume any responsibility for any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of information Multum provides. The information contained herein is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. If you have questions about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.

Copyright 1996-2006 Cerner Multum, Inc. Version: 3.04. Revision Date: 4/12/2009 4:40:17 PM.

Generic Name: clotrimazole topical (kloe TRIM a zole)
Brand Names: Desenex AF Prescription Strength, Fungoid Solution, Lotrimin, Lotrimin Jock Itch Powder, Mycelex, Mycelex OTC

What is Fungoid Solution (clotrimazole topical)?

Clotrimazole topical is an antifungal medication. Clotrimazole topical prevents fungus from growing on your skin.

Clotrimazole topical is used to treat skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm, and yeast infections.

Clotrimazole topical may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Fungoid Solution (clotrimazole topical)?

Use this medication for the full amount of time prescribed by your doctor or as recommended in the package even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely healed.

Do not use bandages or dressings that do not allow air to circulate to the affected area (occlusive dressings) unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Wear loose-fitting clothing (preferably cotton).

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

Who should not use Fungoid Solution (clotrimazole topical)?

Do not use clotrimazole topical if you have had an allergic reaction to it in the past.

Clotrimazole topical is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is unlikely to harm an unborn baby. Do not use clotrimazole topical without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is not known whether clotrimazole passes into breast milk. Do not use clotrimazole topical without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use Fungoid Solution (clotrimazole topical)?

Use clotrimazole topical exactly as directed by your doctor or follow the directions that accompany the package. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Wash your hands before and after using this medication, unless you are using it to treat a hand infection.

Clean and dry the affected area. Apply a small amount of the cream (usually twice daily) for 2 to 4 weeks.

Do not take this medication by mouth.

If the infection does not clear up in 4 weeks, or if it appears to get worse, see your doctor.

Use this medication for the full amount of time prescribed by your doctor or as recommended in the package even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely healed.

Do not use bandages or dressings that do not allow air circulation over the affected area (occlusive dressings) unless otherwise directed by your doctor. A light cotton-gauze dressing may be used to protect clothing.

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Store clotrimazole topical at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the dose you missed and apply only the regular amount of clotrimazole topical. Do not use a double dose unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of clotrimazole topical is unlikely to occur. If you do suspect that a much larger than normal dose has been used, or that clotrimazole topical has been ingested, contact an emergency room or a poison control center.

What should I avoid while using Fungoid Solution (clotrimazole topical)?

Avoid wearing tight-fitting, synthetic clothing that doesn’t allow air circulation. Wear clothing made of loose cotton and other natural fibers until the infection is healed.

Fungoid Solution (clotrimazole topical) side effects

Serious side effects of clotrimazole topical use are not expected. Stop using clotrimazole topical and see your doctor if you experience unusual or severe blistering, itching, redness, peeling, dryness, swelling, or irritation of the skin.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Fungoid Solution (clotrimazole topical)?

Avoid using other topicals at the same time unless your doctor approves. Other skin medications may affect the absorption or effectiveness of clotrimazole topical.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with clotrimazole topical. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking or using any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has additional information about clotrimazole topical written for health professionals that you may read.

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
• Every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided by Cerner Multum, Inc. (‘Multum’) is accurate, up-to-date, and complete, but no guarantee is made to that effect. Drug information contained herein may be time sensitive. Multum information has been compiled for use by healthcare practitioners and consumers in the United States and therefore Multum does not warrant that uses outside of the United States are appropriate, unless specifically indicated otherwise. Multum’s drug information does not endorse drugs, diagnose patients or recommend therapy. Multum’s drug information is an informational resource designed to assist licensed healthcare practitioners in caring for their patients and/or to serve consumers viewing this service as a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgment of healthcare practitioners. The absence of a warning for a given drug or drug combination in no way should be construed to indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective or appropriate for any given patient. Multum does not assume any responsibility for any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of information Multum provides. The information contained herein is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. If you have questions about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.

Copyright 1996-2006 Cerner Multum, Inc. Version: 1.06. Revision Date: 4/12/2009 4:39:23 PM.