Lasibrace Injection

Short Description

Lasibrace Injection is a diuretic used for the emergency treatment of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency) and to rapidly reduce swelling (edema) caused by too much water in the body.

Dosage Form

Injection

Introduction

Lasibrace 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.

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

Side Effects

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

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lasibrace Injection.

Breastfeeding Warning

Lasibrace Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding.

Pregnancy Warning

Lasibrace Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

Interacting Medicines

Aspirin Aliskiren Amikacin Amlodipine

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

Monitor your blood pressure after starting Lasibrace Injection 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 Get regular blood tests done to monitor your kidney function