Torsemide is a loop diuretic (water pill) that prevents your body from absorbing too much salt,
allowing the salt to instead be passed in your urine.
Torsemide treats fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, liver disease, or
a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. This medication is also used to treat high blood
pressure (hypertension).
Torsemide may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What does Torsemide look like?
Torsemide 10 mg-TEV
Torsemide 20 mg-ROX
Torsemide 20 mg-TEV
Torsemide 10 mg-PAR
Torsemide 10 mg-ROX
Torsemide 20 mg-PAR
Torsemide 100 mg-TEV
Torsemide 100 mg-PAR
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking torsemide?
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to torsemide, or if you are unable to urinate.
If you have certain conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take
torsemide. Before using torsemide, tell your doctor if you have:
kidney disease;
liver disease; or
an allergy to sulfa drugs.
FDA pregnancy category B. This medication is not expected to be
harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during
treatment.
It is not known whether torsemide passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby.
Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I take torsemide?
Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger
amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your
prescription label.
Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this
medication.
To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a
regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.
If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using this medication even if you feel fine.
High blood pressure often has no symptoms.
Store this medication at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not
allow the tablets to freeze.
What happens if I miss a dose of torsemide?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the
missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time.
Do not
take
extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Where can I get more information about torsemide?
Your pharmacist has information about torsemide written for health professionals that you may read.
What are the possible side effects of torsemide?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these
signs of an allergic
reaction:
hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using torsemide and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
dry mouth, thirst, nausea, vomiting;
feeling weak, drowsy, restless, or light-headed;
fast or uneven heartbeat;
muscle pain or weakness;
coughing up blood;
bloody or black, tarry stools; or
hearing loss.
Less serious side effects may include:
diarrhea or constipation;
headache;
dizziness; or
decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an
orgasm.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your
doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at
1-800-FDA-1088. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is the most important information I should know about torsemide?
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to torsemide or if you are unable to urinate
Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease or liver disease, or an
allergy to sulfa drugs..
To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a
regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.
Avoid becoming dehydrated. Follow your doctor's instructions about the type and amount of
liquids you should drink while you are taking torsemide.
If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using this medication even if you feel fine.
High blood pressure often has no symptoms.
What should I avoid while taking torsemide?
Avoid becoming dehydrated. Follow your doctor's instructions about the type and amount of
liquids you should drink while you are taking torsemide.
What other drugs will affect torsemide?
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:
salicylates such as aspirin, Disalcid, Doan's Pills, Dolobid,
Salflex, Tricosal, and others; or
indomethacin (Indocin).
This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with
torsemide. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This
includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using
a new medication without telling your doctor.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share
your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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