Description
Frusenex is the trade name for the drug Furosemide (Lasix), a very powerful diuretic that belongs to a class of drugs known as loop diuretics, which causes the body to excrete water as well as potassium, sodium and chloride. Loop diuretics are among the strongest such drugs on the market. They have a dramatic effect on fluid levels in the body.
This substance is used by competitive athletes to reduce water retention in an effort to move up or down in their weight class rankings. Since weigh-ins typically occur a day or more before a tournament or match, an individual’s bodyweight can drop significantly, and they can return to normal within hours of rehydrating.
Benefits of taking Lasix
Following administration, Lasix starts to rapidly expel fluid from the body in about an hour, and it continues for around 3–4 hours.
When taking Lasix, the user should anticipate frequent, excessive urination. Urination can be so often that many people find it annoying
Additionally, the person should anticipate a noticeable drop in body weight at this time. Even though you won’t be losing body fat, just fluid, your overall weight could change noticeably as a result.
Some athletes who struggle to achieve weight class requirements will attempt Lasix because of the diuretic’s effects. It can be highly effective, but it can also hurt performance. The person will most likely feel extremely exhausted, which will affect his performance. Not to mention that electrolyte depletion might make it very challenging to function at high levels.
How to take Lasix
Standard Lasix dosages for the treatment of high blood pressure are typically 40mg twice daily. Standard Lasix dosages for the treatment of edema can range from 2mg to 80mg per day.
There is no defined dosage for Lasix that is appropriate for performance athletes. Depending on the athlete’s needs and specific environmental conditions, the entire dosage may change. However, many athletes will discover that 20mg is a decent starting dose, followed, if necessary, by another 20mg after 12 hours.
Very few people, if any, should require more than 40g total per day. Regardless of the dosage, a maximum of 2-3 days and no longer should be allowed for use by any athlete.
Combining this diuretic with a potassium sparing diuretic can be recommended for a safer experience while still allowing you to benefit from it. With the help of this regimen, a person should be able to manage the side effects with 20mg of Lasix and 50mg of Aldactone. When additional Aldactone is administered, this should be enough for the athlete and keep the Lasix dose at a low level.
Furosemide side effects
Lasix can have severe negative effects, in fact, we cannot in any way describe this drug as side effect friendly. Furthermore, we cannot in good conscience suggest it to sportsmen or bodybuilders, especially in light of the availability of much more tolerable diuretics.
Its purpose in a medical environment is to drain extra fluid. Dehydration is conceivable but often unlikely because you’re just getting rid of the extra. When taken for performance purposes, you are actually dehydrating your body because the goal is to remove as much water as you can. This will consequently lead to a serious electrolyte imbalance, which needs to be carefully monitored.
Lasix users should be aware that one of the drug’s side effects can be a considerable rise in blood bicarbonate levels. Furthermore, be aware that the following Lasix adverse effects may occur when dehydrated and with an electrolyte imbalance:
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Dry Mouth
- Gastrointestinal Discomfort
- Low Urine Volume
- Muscle Cramps
- Low Blood Pressure
- Seizures
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