Torsemide Tablets
Intended to relieve extracellular fluid buildup to support blood pressure management and target loops of Henle.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Torsemide
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 10mg · 20mg
The exact manufacturer offered is confirmed by the fulfilment partner before supply.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Torsemide Tablets vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Torsemide Tablets details
- Conditions
- Oedema · Hypertension
- Alternative names
- demadex
- Therapeutic class
- Loop Diuretic
- Pharmacological class
- Diuretic
- Contraindications
- anuria; severe renal failure; hepatic coma; sulfonylurea hypersensitivity
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; headache; dry mouth
- Moderate side effects
- hypokalaemia; orthostatic hypotension; muscle cramps
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Onset Time
- 1 hour
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Lithium; Digoxin; NSAIDs
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
Serious side effects
severe dehydration, requires immediate medical attention; acute renal failure, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
intended to relieve extracellular fluid buildup to support blood pressure management and target loops of Henle.
Mechanism of action
Blocks active sodium and chloride reabsorption in the thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle, promoting diuresis.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category C: Use if potential benefits justify risks. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
What you will receive
Torsemide Tablets is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Torsemide, rather than under a brand.
- The fulfilment partner confirms the offered manufacturer and product before supply.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form and pack shown at checkout before confirming an order.