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What is Demadex (Torsemide-Oral) ?
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What Alternate Names Are There For Demadex? Torsemide
How is Demadex (Torsemide-Oral) Pronounced? TOR-seh-mide
Who is the Manufacturer of Demadex? Roche Labs.
What is Demadex Used For? Demadex belongs to a class of drugs called diuretics ( water pills ) that decrease the amount of water retained in the body by increasing urination. Diuretics are used to treat edema (fluid retention and swelling especially of the hands and feet) and hypertension (high blood pressure).
How To Use Demadex
Taken by mouth usually once a day with or without meals. Do not stop taking Demadex or increase your dose without consulting your doctor. If Demadex is used in the late afternoon or evening, you may need to get up during the night to urinate. Consult with your doctor regarding your dosing schedule.
Demadex Side Effects
Demadex may cause dizziness and lightheadedness especially during the first few days as your body adjusts to it. To lessen these effects when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Stomach upset, nervousness, headache, and weakness may also occur during initial therapy as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these symptoms continue or become bothersome notify your doctor. Demadex increases urination. Expect this effect. Inform your doctor if you develop muscle cramps, pain, change in heart rate, nausea or vomiting while taking Demadex. It may be a sign of low blood potassium. Also notify your doctor if you notice: a sore throat, extreme thirst, ringing in the ears, diminished hearing, rash. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Demadex, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Demadex Precautions
Before using Demadex, tell your doctor your medical history especially of: kidney problems, unusual decrease in urine output, liver disease, drug allergies. Demadex can reduce the potassium levels in your blood. A potassium supplement may be prescribed by your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using Demadex. It is not known if Demadex is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Demadex Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medicines you use, especially of: lithium, digoxin, aminoglycosides (e.g., gentamicin, tobramycin), NSAIDs (e.g., indomethacin, naproxen), aspirin, probenecid, ginseng, other high blood pressure drugs. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Demadex Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include dry mouth, dizziness, excessive urination followed by a decrease in amount of urine, muscle cramps, weakness, and weak or irregular heartbeat.
Missed Demadex Dose
If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up the dose to catch up.
Demadex Storage
Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.
| Generic and Namebrand Variations |
|---|
| Label Name | Unit | Package | Color | Shape | Flavor | NDC |
|---|
| Demadex 5mg Tablet |
Tab |
Blist Pack |
White |
Oval |
|
00004026249 |
| Demadex 5mg Tablet |
Tab |
Bottle |
White |
Oval |
|
00004026201 |
| Torsemide 5mg Tablet |
|
Bottle |
White |
Round |
|
49884065110 |
| Torsemide 5mg Tablet |
Tab |
Bottle |
White |
Oval |
|
00093712701 |
| Torsemide 5mg Tablet |
Tab |
Bottle |
White |
Round |
|
49884065101 |
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