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 is torsemide?
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 purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
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.
Before using torsemide, tell your doctor if you have:
If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment
or special tests to safely take torsemide.
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?
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.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this
medicine.
Overdose symptoms may include ringing in your ears, loss of appetite, weakness,
dizziness, or confusion.
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.
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