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Brand Names: DemadexGeneric Name: torsemide (Pronunciation: TORE se mide)
What is torsemide (Demadex)?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. Demadex 10 mg oval, white, imprinted with 10, LOGO 103 Demadex 100 mg oblong, white, imprinted with LOGO 105, 100 Demadex 20 mg elliptical, white, imprinted with LOGO 104, 20 Demadex 5 mg oval, white, imprinted with LOGO 102, 5 Torsemide 10 mg-APO oblong, white, imprinted with APO, TO 10 Torsemide 10 mg-PAR round, white, imprinted with 10, PAR 652 Torsemide 10 mg-ROX round, white, imprinted with 54 016 Torsemide 10 mg-TEV oval, white, imprinted with 7128, 9 3 Torsemide 100 mg-APO oblong, white, imprinted with APO, TOR 100 Torsemide 100 mg-PAR round, white, imprinted with 100, par 654 Torsemide 100 mg-TEV oblong, white, imprinted with 9 3, 7130 Torsemide 20 mg-APO oblong, white, imprinted with APO, TO 20 Torsemide 20 mg-PAR round, white, imprinted with 20, par 653 Torsemide 20 mg-ROX round, white, imprinted with 54 017 Torsemide 20 mg-TEV oval, white, imprinted with 9 3, 7129 Torsemide 5 mg-APO oblong, white, imprinted with APO, T 5 Torsemide 5 mg-PAR round, white, imprinted with 5, par 651 Torsemide 5 mg-ROX round, white, imprinted with 54 015 Torsemide 5 mg-TEV oval, white, imprinted with 9 3, 7127 What are the possible side effects of torsemideGet 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:
Less serious side effects may include:
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. What is the most important information I should know about torsemide (Demadex)?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. (Page 1 of 3) Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088. 
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