Torsemek 20 Tablet

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Torsemek is a diuretic, also known as a water pill, which is used to eliminate excess water and salt from the body. Torsemek is a loop diuretic which acts on the ascending loop of henley in the kidney. It is used for the management of edema and hypertension. 

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Torsemek might cause gout. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. Torsemek increase the concentration of uric acid in the blood by increasing its absorption from the kidneys that causes gout. However, if you are experiencing severe gout after taking medicine then inform your doctor they might change your medication or alter the dose of this drug.

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Torsemek is not potassium sparing. Rather, it is a loop diuretic that removes excess of water and electrolytes like potassium from the body. One may need to eat potassium-rich foods or a potassium supplement while one uses Torsemek. Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic which prevents the loss of potassium from the body.

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Torsemek can be used with lasix (furosemide). Both are loop diuretics, however, furosemide has a shorter half-life than Torsemek. The long-acting Torsemek, when added to lasix, can produce better clinical outcomes. It is also advisable to pair Torsemek with a potassium-sparing diuretic like spironolactone because while Torsemek may lead to potassium loss, spironolactone will retain potassium in the body. 

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Torsemek does not cause kidney damage, in fact, it helps in managing edema resulting from kidney disease, heart disease, and lung disease. In comparison to furosemide, Torsemek has a longer duration of action and doesn't get accumulated in the renal failure.