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Why do we give furosemide IV?

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Intravenous (IV) furosemide produces a diuretic effect within 10 to 30 minutes, significantly faster than the 1 to 1.5 hours required for oral administration. This speed is the primary reason why do we give furosemide IV in acute clinical situations, especially where rapid fluid removal is critical.