Lasix vs. Proscar, Propecia

Lasix(furosemide) is used to treat excessive fluid accumulation (edema) caused bycongestive heart failure,liver failure,renalfailure, and nephriticsyndrome. Lasix may be used withantihypertensivedrugs tocontrolhigh blood pressure(hypertension).

Proscar(finasteride) is used to treat symptoms ofbenign prostatic hyperplasia(BPH)inmen with an enlargedprostateandPropecia(finasteride) is used to treatmalepatternhair loss(androgeneticalopecia) in men only.

Lasix and Proscar and Propecia belong to different drug classes. Lasix is adiuretic(“waterpill”) and Proscar and Propecia are 5a-reductase inhibitors.

Side effectsof Lasix and Proscar and Propecia that are similar includeskinrash, weakness, anddizziness.

副作用的Lasix不同于专业人士car and Propecia include increased urination, thirst,musclecramps,itching, spinningsensation,diarrhea,stomachpain, andconstipation.

Side effects of Proscar and Propecia that are different from Lasix includeimpotence, loss of interest in sex, trouble having anorgasm,abnormalejaculation, swelling in your hands orfeet, swelling or tenderness in your breasts, feeling faint,headache, andrunny nose.

Lasix may interact withsucralfate,cisplatin,cyclosporine, ethacrynic acid,lithium,methotrexate,phenytoin, antibiotics,heartorblood pressuremedications, laxatives, salicylates such asaspirin, and steroids.

Proscar and Propecia may interact with other drugs.

Common side effects of Lasix include:

• increased urination,
• thirst,
• muscle cramps,
• itching or rash,
• weakness,
• dizziness,
• spinning sensation,
• diarrhea,
• stomach pain, and
• constipation.

Serious side effects of Lasix include:

• dehydration,
• darkurine,
• clay-colored stools,
• nausea,
• vomiting,
• fever,
• jaundice(yellowing of skin or eyes),
• electrolyteabnormalities,
• loss of appetite, and
• rapidweight loss.

Common side effects of Proscar, Propecia include:

• impotence,
• loss of interest in sex,
• trouble having an orgasm,
• abnormal ejaculation,
• swelling in your hands or feet,
• swelling or tenderness in your breasts,
• dizziness,
• weakness,
• feeling faint,
• headache,
• runnynose, or
• skin rash.

In some men, Proscar, Propecia can decrease the amount ofsemenreleased during sex. This is harmless. Proscar, Propecia may also increase hair growth. The sexual side effects of Proscar may continue after you stop taking it. Talk to yourdoctorif you have concerns about these side effects.

Lasix (furosemide) is an anthranilic acid derivative that is used as a strong diuretic in adults and children to treat excessive fluid accumulation (edema) caused by congestiveheart failure,liverfailure, renal failure, and nephritic syndrome. Lasix may be used with antihypertensive drugs to control highbloodpressure (hypertension).

Proscar, Propecia (finasteride) is an inhibitor ofsteroidType II 5a-reductase, that works by decreasing the amount of a natural bodyhormonedihydrotestosterone(DHT) that causes growth of the prostate, and is used to treat symptoms ofbenignprostatichyperplasia(BPH) in men with an enlarged prostate. Proscar is available ingenericform.

Lasix may interact with lithium or steroids.

Lasix may also interact with sucralfate, cisplatin, cyclosporine, ethacrynic acid, methotrexate, phenytoin, antibiotics, heart or blood pressure medications, laxatives, or salicylates such as aspirin.

Proscar, Propecia may interact with other medicines.

Lasix is available intablet(20 to 80mg) and IV forms. Dosage is determined by thepatient'sphysicianand varies according to how much fluid and how fast the fluid should be removed. Patients with poor renal function usually require higher doses; doses in children are weight-based. Lasix may interact with sucralfate, cisplatin, cyclosporine, ethacrynic acid, lithium, methotrexate, phenytoin, antibiotics, heart or blood pressure medications, laxatives, salicylates such as aspirin, or steroids. Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use. Tell your doctor if you arepregnantor plan to become pregnant while using Lasix; it is unknown if it will harm afetus. Lasix passes intobreast milkand may harm anursingbaby. Lasix may also slowbreastmilk production. Consult your doctor beforebreastfeeding.

The recommended dose of Proscar is one tablet (5 mg) taken once a day.