Drug reference
torsemide
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Drug class
Cardiovascular (Diuretics)
Mechanism of action
Sulfonylurea diuretic; loop diuretic acting at Na-K-2Cl reabsorptive pump at ascending loop of Henle; interferes with chloride-binding cotransport system, causing increased excretion of water, sodium, chlorine, magnesium, and calcium
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Excessive urination
- Rhinitis
- Electrolyte imbalance
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to torsemide or to povidone Anuria Hepatic coma
Known interactions (6)
- amiodarone + torsemide Major
- Digoxin + torsemide Major
- aspirin + torsemide Moderate
- Ciprofloxacin + torsemide Moderate
- empagliflozin + torsemide Moderate
- Sacubitril/Valsartan + torsemide Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is torsemide?
torsemide belongs to: Cardiovascular.
How does torsemide work?
Sulfonylurea diuretic; loop diuretic acting at Na-K-2Cl reabsorptive pump at ascending loop of Henle; interferes with chloride-binding cotransport system, causing increased excretion of water, sodium, chlorine, magnesium, and calcium
What are the common side effects of torsemide?
Constipation, Dizziness, Headache, Excessive urination, Rhinitis, Electrolyte imbalance
Which drugs interact with torsemide?
amiodarone, Digoxin, aspirin, Ciprofloxacin, empagliflozin, Sacubitril/Valsartan
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