Salix (Furosemide) Injectable for Dogs, Cats & Horses, 50 mg/mL, 50mL

Name: Salix (Furosemide) Injectable for Dogs, Cats & Horses
Brand: Salix
SKU: 174436
Price: 21.59 USD
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Salix (Furosemide) Injectable for Dogs, Cats & Horses treats edema associated with cardiac insufficiency and acute non-inflammatory tissue. It contains high potency for effective removal of fluid and predictable performance with a high therapeutic index. Salix (Furosemide) Injectable may be administered orally or intravenously to your dog, cat or horse.

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Specifications

Item Number	174436
Common Brand Name(s)	Salix
Generic Name	Furosemide
For Use With	Dogs, Cats, & Horses
Administration Form	Injection
Product Form	Injectable
Health Condition	Congestive Heart Failure, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, High Blood Pressure
Drug Type	Diuretic

Uses

Salix is an effective diuretic possessing a wide therapeutic range by promoting the rapid removal of excess fluid that can build up as a result of kidney failure, heart failure and other medical problems. It may also be used to treat high blood pressure.

Possible Side Effects

Talk to your veterinarian about any other drugs your pet is taking before starting this medication.

Drug & Food Interactions

Talk to your veterinarian about any other drugs your pet is taking before starting this medication.

Precautions

Do not use in animals who are allergic to sulfa drugs or furosemide. This medication may increase urination. Be cautious using Salix in animals with diabetes mellitus and kidney disease.

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Prescribing Information

Ingredients

Instructions

Recommended Dosage

Dogs & Cats: Administer intramuscularly or intravenously 1/4 to 1/2 mL per 10 pounds body weight.

Horse: The individual dose is 250 mg to 500 mg (5 to 10 mL) administered intramuscularly or intravenously once or twice daily at 6 to 8 hour intervals until desired results are achieved. The veterinarian should evaluate the degree of edema present and adjust dosage schedule accordingly.

Storage Instructions

Store between 59° and 86°F. Protect from freezing. Protect from light. Use contents within 28 days of first vial puncture.

FAQ

What are the advantages of Salix Injectable Solution?

A diuretic-saluretic for prompt relief of edema
High potency for effective diuresis
Predictable performance with high therapeutic index

What is Salix?

Salix is an oral medication that acts as a diuretic to help draw excess fluid off of the body that accumulates due to heart failure, kidney failure, and other medical problems. It may also be effective in treating high blood pressure (hypertension).

What are the benefits of Salix?

Easy to give.
Can remove extra fluid from the body caused by congestive heart failure, heart problems, kidney problems, and other conditions.
May also help in the management of hypertension (high blood pressure).

How does this medication work?

Salix is a diuretic that blocks the absorption of salt and fluid in the kidney tubules causing an increase in urine output. This helps rid the body of excess fluid.

What results can I expect?

Salix helps to relieve the symptoms associated with your pets excess fluid accumulation (edema) but it will not cure the primary problem. This will help improve your pets quality of life.

This medication is quick acting so you may notice a difference in your pet quickly. Salix is very short-acting so it needs to be given on schedule in order to continue to see results.