Urix
Composition for Urix Products
Urix Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Edema, Heart FailureProducts for Urix
Urix 10mg/ml Injection
vial of 2 ml Injection
MRP₹2.77
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About Urix Products
Uses of Urix Products
Furosemide is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Edema, Heart Failure and high blood calcium level. It treats oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.
Urix Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Urix are Dehydration, Electrolyte imbalance, Increased creatinine level in blood, Increased glucose level in blood, Hemoconcentration.
How Urix Products work
Furosemide is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced.
In Depth Information for Urix Products
- Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
- Monitor your blood pressure after starting Urix, 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 Urix can decrease your potassium levels and lead to dehydration.
- You may be asked to get regular blood tests done to monitor your kidney function.
- Urix helps remove excess water from your body and lowers blood pressure.
- Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
- May cause dizziness in the initial days of treatment.
- Monitor your blood pressure after starting Urix, 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 Urix can decrease your potassium levels and lead to dehydration.
- You may be asked to get regular blood tests done to monitor your kidney function.
Patient Concerns about Urix Products
Frequently asked questions about Urix Products
Q. How is Urix 10mg/ml Injection different from Torasemide?
Both Urix 10mg/ml 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, Urix 10mg/ml 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 Urix 10mg/ml Injection.
Q. Should you drink a lot of water when taking Urix 10mg/ml Injection?
It is advised to take an adequate amount of water if you are taking Urix 10mg/ml Injection. This is because Urix 10mg/ml 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 Urix 10mg/ml Injection used for?
Urix 10mg/ml 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 Urix 10mg/ml Injection?
The most common side effects of Urix 10mg/ml 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 Urix 10mg/ml Injection last?
A. Urix 10mg/ml Injection starts acting as early as five minutes and its effect lasts for about two hours. Urix 10mg/ml 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 Urix 10mg/ml Injection.
Q. What other lifestyle changes should I make while taking Urix 10mg/ml 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 Urix 10mg/ml Injection and to keep healthy.
Q. Can Urix 10mg/ml Injection cause weight gain?
No, Urix 10mg/ml 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.