Lasix Injection and Quin-G

• Generic Name: furosemide
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Lasix, Diaqua-2, Lo-Aqua

Furosemide injection is used to help treat fluid retention (edema) and swelling that is caused by congestive heart failure, liver disease (cirrhosis), kidney disease, or other medical conditions.

Furosemide belongs to a group of medicines called loop diuretics or "water pills". It works by acting on the kidneys to increase the flow of urine.

This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.

• Generic Name: quinidine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Quin-G, Cardioquin, Quinora, Quinidex Extentabs, Quinaglute Dura-Tabs, Quin-Release

Quin-G is used to help keep the heart beating normally in people with certain heart rhythm disorders, usually after other treatments have failed. This medicine has not been proven to lower the risks of stroke or death.

Quin-G is also used to treat a life-threatening form of malaria.

Quin-G may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.