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Can I eat this with Furosemide?
Furosemide can cause dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, and alcohol adds to side effects like dizziness.
Also sold as Diuresal, Froop, Frusid, Frusol, Lasix. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 67 foods and drinks for Furosemide (0 to avoid, 30 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Furosemide with food?
- You can take it with or without food.
- Can I drink alcohol with Furosemide?
- Yes, with care. It's best not to drink alcohol because it can cause side effects like dizziness, feeling light-headed and dehydration.
- Can I eat liquorice with Furosemide?
- Yes, with care. Low potassium may develop with prolonged use of laxatives or licorice in large amounts.
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1 · What do you take?
Furosemide can cause dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, and alcohol adds to side effects like dizziness.
Furosemide increases urination and can cause dehydration, so fluid intake matters. Alcohol can worsen dizziness and dehydration. You may need potassium supplements or dietary measures if potassium drops. If you get ill with vomiting or diarrhoea, there's a risk of dehydration—talk to a pharmacist or doctor.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: You can take it with or without food.
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Further reading on Furosemide
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NHS website
Furosemide: a medicine to treat oedema
NHS information about the medicine furosemide, including what it's used for, who can take it, how to take it and side effects.
US FDA drug label
US FDA drug label: Furosemide
The official US prescribing information for Furosemide, including how food, drink and other medicines affect it.
The Journal
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