MedlinePlus a601212 ATC code C03CA04 (WHO) Molar mass 348.421 g/mol | Routes ofadministration Oral, IV Legal status US: ℞-only CAS ID 56211-40-6 | |
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AHFS/Drugs.com International Drug Names Pregnancycategory US: C (Risk not ruled out) | ||
Torasemide (rINN) or torsemide (USAN) is a pyridine-sulfonyl urea type loop diuretic mainly used in the management of edema associated with congestive heart failure. It is also used at low doses for the management of hypertension. It is marketed under the brand names Demadex, Diuver, and Examide.
Compared with other loop diuretics, torasemide has a more prolonged diuretic effect than equipotent doses of furosemide and relatively decreased potassium loss. No evidence of torasemide-induced ototoxicity has been demonstrated in humans.
Recent publications suggest improved outcomes when used for heart failure compared with furosemide.
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