A simple method of filtering excess fluid from the bloodstream might be safer and more effective than diuretics, such as Lasix in treating hospitalized heart failure patients. This news report has more details.

Lasix is made by Hoechst Roussel Pharmaceuticals, but now generic versions of Lasix are available. Learn which companies make generic versions.

A global compilation of adverse events reported by people who take Lasix for heart or by their healthcare professionals. Read details of these indicents and their outcomes here.

Did you know that the name Lasix is derived from "lasts six hours?" This article has more unique information on Lasix for heart failure.

Lasix might be prescribed for heart failure or high blood pressure. Learn about the dosages, side effects and other precautions to be taken with Lasix here.

Lasix is classified as Category C in pregnancy, which means the drug can be used by pregnant women if necessary. Learn more about the classification of drugs by pregnancy risk categories.

Lasix is most commonly used to treat congestive heart failure. This article provides an overview of congestive heart failure and the different classes of drugs, including diuretics such as Lasix, used to treat this condition.

Lasix injections can be used in an emergency, when rapid effects are required and when oral administration is not possible. Learn more about Lasix injections through this article.

Lasix is a loop diuretic that acts by inhibiting the sodium-potassium-chloride cotransport system located within the ascending limb of the Loop of Henle. Learn more here.

Clinical trials and studies are important to establish the safety and efficacy of any drug candidate. This resource has a compilation of links to clinical trials of Lasix and published studies on Lasix.

A compilation of reviews of Lasix from patients who have used the drug to treat heart disease, edema and other conditions. Learn about unusual side effects, such as sensitivity to sunburn.