Furosemide allergy in children: Separating the facts from the myths

摘要

In radiology, furosemide (Lasix) is regularly used in diuretic renography and MR urography. Although we cannot recall encountering an allergic reaction during such a study, recently we have been having increased discussion regarding this topic because the sedation doctors are reluctant to administer furosemide to patients with sulfa-antibiotic allergies. We would like the pediatric radiology community to be aware of the issue of furosemide allergy because it has not been adequately addressed in the radiology literature. This will allow us to conduct informed discussions with our clinical partners and to make the right decisions.