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Frusizex 10mg Injection

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Product introduction

Frusizex 10mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called diuretics. It is used for the emergency treatment of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency), as it reduces the blood pressure immediately. It also rapidly reduces the swelling (edema) caused by too much water in the body.

Frusizex 10mg Injection helps your body get rid of extra water and salt through urine. It is commonly used to treat people with excess fluid build-up due to heart failure, liver or kidney disease. It is injected into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor may monitor your blood pressure after giving this medicine.

Common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, weakness, dehydration, decreased potassium level in blood, increased blood uric acid, decreased magnesium level in blood, and increased thirst. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they bother you or do not go away.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests and electrolyte levels is important while using this medicine.

It may reduce the potassium level in your blood so your doctor may ask you to add potassium-rich foods to your diet (such as bananas, coconut water, etc.) or prescribe supplements. Any medication that is advised by your doctor for the long-term treatment of your underlying condition should be continued even after this emergency injection.

Benefits of Frusizex Injection

In Treatment of Hypertensive emergency

Frusizex 10mg Injection blocks the effect of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down the heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force thereby lowering your blood pressure. This medicine is injected into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. It is used for immediate reduction of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency). A controlled blood pressure reduces the risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems.

In Treatment of Edema

Frusizex 10mg Injection works by increasing the amount of urine produced. This helps your body get rid of extra water thereby relieving symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, or abdomen. This will help you go about your daily activities more easily and make you more confident about being active. Frusizex 10mg Injection is given as an injection by a doctor in the dose and duration that is best for you. This medicine should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and make appropriate lifestyle changes to help this medicine be effective.

Side effects of Frusizex Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Frusizex

  • Dizziness
  • Weakness
  • Dehydration
  • Decreased potassium level in blood
  • Increased blood uric acid
  • Decreased magnesium level in blood
  • Increased thirst

How to use Frusizex Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Frusizex Injection works

Frusizex 10mg Injection is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Frusizex 10mg Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Frusizex 10mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Frusizex 10mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Frusizex 10mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Frusizex 10mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Frusizex 10mg Injection is recommended.
However, use of Frusizex 10mg Injection is not recommended in severe kidney disease patients who are unable to pass urine or the kidney damage is due to some medicines. Please inform your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Frusizex 10mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Frusizex 10mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Frusizex 10mg Injection is given as an injection into the vein under the supervision of a doctor.
  • Monitor your blood pressure after starting Frusizex 10mg Injection, and notify your doctor if it does not lower down.
  • Consult your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that does not go away.
  • Take potassium supplements or potassium-rich diet (banana, spinach, coconut water, etc.) as Frusizex 10mg Injection can decrease your potassium levels and lead to dehydration.
  • You may be asked to get regular blood tests done to monitor your kidney function.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Sulphamoyl derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
High-ceiling Diuretics (Inhibitors of Na+-K+- 2Cl cotransport)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Frusizex with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient concerns

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Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Hypertensive patients are treated in clinic
My grandmother is PATIENT PATIENT she is an heart patients also she has asthma. But now her leg is too thick. I think she has deep vein thrombosis diseases. So sir please advise me what thing to do
Dr. Nabajit Talukdar
Cardiology
Show her to a cardiologist probably fluid exceesss n edema
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FAQs

Q. How is Frusizex 10mg Injection different from Torasemide?

Both Frusizex 10mg Injection and Torasemide are loop diuretics. They are used to treat high blood pressure and edema caused by an underlying liver, kidney or lung diseases. Unlike Torasemide, Frusizex 10mg Injection is also used in the treatment of hypercalcemia (high calcium levels in the blood). Torasemide has a longer duration of action and is safer to use in patients with renal failure, as compared to Frusizex 10mg Injection.

Q. Should you drink a lot of water when taking Frusizex 10mg Injection?

It is advised to take an adequate amount of water if you are taking Frusizex 10mg Injection. This is because Frusizex 10mg Injection works by eliminating the extra fluid and electrolytes from your body by increasing the urine production. This elimination of fluids may increase the chances of dehydration if you sweat a lot, exercise vigorously or if the climate is hot. However, if you have kidney or heart problems, you must consult your doctor who will suggest the amount of water that you should be taking. Consult your doctor for any further query or concern.

Q. What is Frusizex 10mg Injection used for?

Frusizex 10mg Injection is used in emergency conditions to lower very high blood pressure (hypertensive crisis). It effectively lowers and normalizes blood pressure rapidly, thus preventing heart attack or stroke. It also helps to remove excess fluids and electrolytes from the body and reduces swelling (edema) due to fluid retention.

Q. What are the side effects of Frusizex 10mg Injection?

The most common side effects of Frusizex 10mg Injection are dizziness, weakness, dehydration, decreased potassium and magnesium levels in blood and increased thirst. You may also notice some injection site reactions such as swelling, pain and redness. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if the symptoms persist for long or worry you.

Q. How long does a Frusizex 10mg Injection last?

A. Frusizex 10mg Injection starts acting as early as five minutes and its effect lasts for about two hours. Frusizex 10mg Injection may cause depletion of sodium, chloride, water and other minerals from the body. Therefore, close monitoring is required if a person is being treated with Frusizex 10mg Injection.

Q. What other lifestyle changes should I make while taking Frusizex 10mg Injection?

Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy. Stop smoking and taking alcohol as this helps in lowering your blood pressure and preventing heart problems. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and fat-free products. Avoid taking excess salt in your diet. Practice yoga or meditation and find ways to reduce or manage stress in your life. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also reduces your stress and hence helps in keeping your blood pressure normal. Consult your doctor if you need any further help to get maximum benefit of Frusizex 10mg Injection and to keep healthy.

Q. Can Frusizex 10mg Injection cause weight gain?

No, Frusizex 10mg Injection does not cause weight gain. On the contrary, you may lose weight as it makes your body get rid of the excess of fluids from your body.
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