Generic Demadex (Torsemide) is a diuretic drug. Generic Demadex flushes excess water from the body by promoting the production of urine.

Generic Demadex is prescribed to reduce the water retention and swelling that often accompanies congestive heart failure, chronic kidney failure, and cirrhosis of the liver.

Generic Demadex is also prescribed for high blood pressure, either alone or with other medications.

Generic Demadex (Torsemide) works by inhibiting renal sodium reabsorption in the ascending loop of Henle.

Take Generic Demadex tablets orally. Swallow the tablets with a drink of water. Take your Generic Demadex doses at regular intervals.

Adults

Congestive Heart Failure
The usual starting dose of Generic Demadex is 10 or 20 milligrams once a day. If this proves inadequate, the doctor will keep doubling the dose until Generic Demadex does its work. Generic Demadex doses of more than 200 milligrams are not recommended.

Chronic Kidney Failure
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The following drugs may interact with Generic Demadex

• alcohol
• amphoteracin B
• antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen)
• cholestyramine
• cisplatin
• dofetilide
• heart medicines such as digoxin
• hormones such as cortisone, fludrocortisone, or hydrocortisone
• indomethacin
• lithium
• medicines for diabetes
• medicines for high blood pressure
• water pills

Inform your health care professional about

Most Important Fact about Generic Demadex
Generic Demadex may cause dehydration, chemical imbalances in the body, and a reduction in the volume of blood. Warning signs of these problems include dryness of the mouth, thirst, weakness, drowsiness, restlessness, muscle pain or fatigue, low blood pressure, diminished urination, rapid heartbeat, nausea, and vomiting. If any of these symptoms develop, see your doctor immediately. You may be required to stop taking Generic Demadex temporarily, then resume at a lower dose.

Generic Demadex precautions

More common side effects of Generic Demadex may include:

• diarrhea or constipation
• dizziness or lightheadedness
• headache
• passing large amounts of urine
• stomach pain or upset, indigestion

Less common or rare side effects of Generic Demadex may include:

• blood in urine
• dry mouth
• increased thirst
• irregular heartbeat, chest pain, weak pulse
• lower back or side pain
• mood changes
• muscle pain
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