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Can Lasix Be Taken To Reduce Severe Swelling Of Legs And Ankles?

my legs and ankles are severlly swollen I took 80 mg of lasix this afternoon and a pil that is supposed to boost the lasix and Ihave not seena difference in them it i really painful to walk would a trip to the er do any good or is there something else I can do
Thu, 23 Jul 2015
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Hi there.

Lasix is a dangerous medicine and should not be taken without Doctor's prescription. Lasix is a water drug and helps drain body fluid through the urine. I advise you to keep both your feet elevated over a couple of pillows or a chair. Flex your feet and ankles up and down for about 10 times a day. This will help drain the body fluid back to the heart. You may be suffering from deep vein thrombosis or varicose veins. You must see a Surgeon for the same. Avoid squeezing the calf. Keep well hydrated. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
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Can Lasix Be Taken To Reduce Severe Swelling Of Legs And Ankles?

Hi there. Lasix is a dangerous medicine and should not be taken without Doctor s prescription. Lasix is a water drug and helps drain body fluid through the urine. I advise you to keep both your feet elevated over a couple of pillows or a chair. Flex your feet and ankles up and down for about 10 times a day. This will help drain the body fluid back to the heart. You may be suffering from deep vein thrombosis or varicose veins. You must see a Surgeon for the same. Avoid squeezing the calf. Keep well hydrated. Wishing you a speedy recovery.