Guest guest Posted May 11, 2005 Report Share Posted May 11, 2005 Dear Lynn, I've taken Lasix for years with no problems. As Dane said, it's a good idea to take a potassium supplement (actually I took Klor-Kon, a CHEAP potassium prescription). Lately I've been taking Spironolactone, 25 mg once per day, in addition to Lasix. Spironolactone is 'potassium sparing' but not as strong as Lasix (at least not in my opinion). One other thing, when you're taking Lasix everyone knows where they can find you! Bob , Granger, Indiana Zavie # 54 LYNN SAID: " Hi Everyone, I've been experiencing edema issues,(mainly legs, ankles, and feet.) My kidney function tests are all normal. I've been using Triamterene w/HCTZ, but it doesn't seem to do enough. I've also been trying a low salt diet. My Onc wrote me out a prescription for Lasix 20 mg. Does anyone have experience using Lasix? Should I only use it from time to time, or do you have to use it daily for it to benefit? Should I be worried about any kidney problems in the future from using it? Also, should I be on any potassium and/or any other supplements while using Lasix? I see my Onc every 3 months, and he didn't recommend using anything else. He just wants to test my potassium levels the next time I come in, but I wonder if that is too long to wait. Any/all advise would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! Lynn (Snickersunny) 400 mg Gleevec Zavie #692 " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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