Salix 5% Injection

Dogs, Cats and Horses: furosemide is an effective diuretic possessing a wide therapeutic range. Pharmacologically it promotes the rapid removal of abnormally retained extracellular fluids. The rationale for the efficacious use of diuretic therapy is determined by the clinical pathology producing the edema.Furosemide is indicated for the treatment of edema (pulmonary ongestion, ascites) associated with cardiac insufficiency and acute noninflammatory tissue edema. The continued use of heart stimulants, such as digitalis or its glycosides, is indicated in cases of edema involving cardiac insufficiency.

The usual dose of LASIX (furosemide) is 1 to 2 mg/lb. of body weight (approximately 2.5 to 5 mg/kg). The lower dose is suggested for cats. Administer once or twice a day at 6- to 8-hour intervals either intravenously or intramuscularly. A prompt diuresis usually ensues from the initial treatment. Diuresis may be initiated by the parenteral administration of LASIX (furosemide) injection and then maintained by oral administration.The dosage should be adjusted to the individual's response. In severe edematous or refractory cases, the dose may be doubled or increased by increments of 1 mg/lb. of body weight. The established effective dose should be administered once or twice a day. The daily schedule of administration can be timed to control the period of micturition for the convenience of the client or veterinarian. Mobilization of the edema may be most efficiently and safely accom

Prescription Drug policy: Prescription drugs can only be shipped upon receipt of an original script from a licensed veterinarian. FarmVet.com can accept an original prescription in one of the following ways: 1) the original prescription may be mailed to: 1041 Sneed Road, Franklin, TN 37204 2) A licensed veterinarian may fax the prescription to 615-574-6057. The fax must originate from the veterinarians office 3) A licensed veterinarian can call your prescription into the pharmacy 615-277-5602. Voicemail is acceptable. Prescriptions are refillable, if indicated by your vet, for up to one year from the original date. At the end of one year prescriptions must be updated. Written prescripti

Do not use in horses intended for food.Milk taken from animals during treatment and for 48 hours (4 milkings) after the last treatment with this drug must not be used for food. Cattle must not be slaughtered for food within 48 hours following the last treatment with this drug.LASIX (furosemide) is a highly effective diuretic and if given in excessive amounts, as with any diuretic, may lead to excessive diuresis that could result in electrolyte imbalance, dehydration and reduction of plasma volume, enhancing the risk of circulatory collapse, thrombosis, and embolism. Therefore, the animal should be observed for early signs of fluid depletion with electrolyte imbalance, and corrective measures administered. Excessive loss of potassium in patients receiving digitalis or its glycosides may precipitate digitalis toxicity. Caution should be exercised in animals administered potassium-depleting steroids.It is important to correct potassium deficiency with dietary