Frasix 40 Injection 4ml

Frasix 40 Injection 4ml is used for the following:

• Managing fluid accumulation in congestive heart failure

• Treating oedema caused by liver cirrhosis

• Reducing swelling in kidney diseases

• Managing fluid retention in nephrotic syndrome

• Controlling high blood pressure in emergencies

• Removing excess fluid from the body

• Addressing ascites in liver conditions

• Treating pulmonary oedema

• Managing fluid overload in critically ill patients

• Providing diuresis when oral medicines are not suitable

Follow these instructions when Frasix 40 Injection 4ml is administered:

• This medicine should only be administered by a healthcare professional.

• The injection is administered slowly, usually into a vein or muscle.

• Remain in a resting position during and after administration.

• Your blood pressure and heart rate will be monitored during treatment.

• Rise slowly from sitting or lying positions to avoid dizziness.

Frasix 40 Injection 4ml is administered intravenously or via an intramuscular route.

Frasix 40 Injection 4ml contains frusemide (10 mg), which works on your body in the following ways:

• Loop diuretic action: Frusemide works primarily in an area of your kidneys called the loop of Henle, blocking the reabsorption of salt and water, which increases urine production.

• Sodium-potassium-chloride inhibition: It specifically targets and inhibits a transporter in your kidney cells that normally moves sodium, potassium, and chloride back into your bloodstream, causing these electrolytes to be excreted in urine instead.

• Rapid onset: When administered intravenously, frusemide begins working within minutes, making it effective for situations requiring urgent fluid removal.

• Blood pressure reduction: By decreasing the volume of blood in your circulation, frusemide reduces the workload on your heart and lowers blood pressure.

• Vasodilatory effect: The medicine also causes your blood vessels to relax and widen slightly, which contributes to lowering blood pressure even before significant fluid removal occurs.

• Store Frasix 40 Injection 4ml at room temperature between 20 and 25°C.

• Keep ampoules in their original packaging to protect them from light.

• Do not freeze the medicine, as this may damage it.

• Keep out of reach and sight of children.

• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the packaging.

• If you have fluid retention or high blood pressure, follow a low-salt diet by avoiding processed foods, canned soups, and salty snacks, as excess sodium can worsen fluid buildup (oedema).

• Include potassium-rich foods like bananas, oranges, and leafy greens in your diet to help maintain your potassium levels, which may decrease when using this medicine.

• Potassium supplements or monitoring may be required, especially in patients on long-term high-dose therapy.