Rubin, M
To describe the human temporal bone pathology in two patients who incurred furosemide induced ototoxicity
However, some stud-ies have reported elevated hearing thresholds in up to 100% of cisplatin-treated cancer patients [7,8], while it is estimated to be 63% with aminoglycosides and 6-7% with furosemide [9]
It is also less likely Furosemide is often prescribed to alleviate symptoms associated with fluid overload, such as shortness of breath, swelling, or fatigue
Tinnitus is a common problem among adults in the United States, with an estimated prevalence of 10% to 15% and peak incidence between 60 and 69 years of age
They are titrated up to the dose of diuretics in an increment of the same Reports usually indicate that LASIX ototoxicity is associated with rapid injection, severe renal impairment, the use of higher than recommended doses, hypoproteinemia or concomitant therapy with aminoglycoside antibiotics, ethacrynic acid, or other ototoxic drugs
IV form are more potent than oral formulation in ADHF
Contraindications to use are sulfa allergy, anuria, and
The American Academy of Audiology ( AAA, 2009) and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association ( ASHA, 1994) each recommend audiologic management of children undergoing ototoxic treatment
But it’s still important to get enough fluids to remain hydrated
Ototoxicity typically occurs in the case of high doses, acute or chronic renal failure, cirrhosis, and in premature infants
Furosemide belongs to the class of medicines known as loop diuretics