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Want to know if it is safe to give your dog or cat furosemide? Petco has the answers to this and other pet medication questions!
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Thanks for using Boop by Petco! If you meant a 12.5mg tablet of furosemide, he should be ok as long as he does not have underlying kidney disease. He will be more thirsty and will urinate more for the next 24-48 hours. Best of luck!
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Lasix is a diuretic medication used to decrease fluid in the lung if there is evidence of congestive heart failure. The best way to diagnose heart disease is with an echocardiogram, but since mainly veterinary specialists perform this procedure veterinarians often prescribe Lasix based on heart changes and evidence of pulmonary edema fluid on x-rays. If Fred's diabetes is well regulated it may not be worthwhile to change his food. There are some therapeutic diets that are formulated to have lower sodium and increased amounts of omega 3 fatty acids that may benefit patients with heart disease, but since diet plays an important role in glucose regulation there's a chance Fred's insulin requirements could change with a new diet. Depending on the type of heart disease diagnosed or suspected some veterinarians recommend a taurine supplement or fatty acid supplement. You could ask your veterinarian if either of these would be recommended in Fred's case.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Hello, The drug insert for Lasix (furosemide) states that it does not dissolve well in water. I worry that if the drug doesn't dissolve completely, she may be receiving improper and irregular doses. Unfortunately, it does not look like a good choice for this medication. I would recommend hiding the Lasix in a little piece of food if possible. There may also be an option for you to get the drug compounded by a special pharmacy into a liquid formulation. These pharmacies can also add meat flavorings, etc to make the medication taste better. Your veterinarian likely already has a relationship with a pharmacy that does this and should be able to help you. I hope this is helpful! Thanks for using Boop by Petco.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Yes Lasix can help dogs with CHF but the dosage can only be determined by the prescribing vet. Legally we cannot prescribe it, and its usage has to be monitored by a vet as it can have some serious side effects like dehydration, weakness, collapse, balance problems, electrolyte imbalance, lack of urine production, and a racing heart beat. There are other medications that can be used to control the symptoms of CHF, they won't cure it, but they will make her more comfortable. I'd talk to Lucy's vet about Lasix and other medication. I hope this helps.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Hi there, you could try increasing it to 30 mg twice a day. In general a standard dose is 2mg/kg twice a day. If frusemide should not work , a new diuretic could be added such as spironolactone. I would recommend to discuss this with your vet. Hope this helps !
Updated on August 12th, 2025