Demadex
Torsemide 10mg and 20mg tablets, used in the management of oedema and hypertension. A loop diuretic acting on the ascending limb of the loop of Henle.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Torsemide
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 10 · 20mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Demadex on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Oedema · Hypertension
- Alternative names
- Torasemide
- Therapeutic class
- Loop Diuretic
- Pharmacological class
- Loop Diuretic
- Contraindications
- anuria; hypersensitivity to torsemide
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor electrolytes; monitor blood pressure
- Minor side effects
- headache; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- dehydration; hypokalaemia; hyperuricaemia
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset time
- 1 hour
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at controlled room temperature.
- Drug interactions
- NSAIDs; ACE inhibitors
Serious side effects
ototoxicity, requires immediate medical attention; severe hypotension, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Torsemide 10mg and 20mg tablets, used in the management of oedema and hypertension. A loop diuretic acting on the ascending limb of the loop of Henle.
Mechanism of action
Torsemide acts as a loop diuretic by inhibiting the Na+/K+/2Cl- co-transporter in the thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle, promoting diuresis.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use with caution. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Demadex is a well known brand of Torsemide, an active ingredient used to manage oedema and hypertension. The same compound is also available under the generic name Torasemide, supplied as a tablet in strengths of 10mg and 20mg. This medication is used to assist with fluid retention and blood pressure control.
Buying Demadex online
Generic torsemide, much of it made in India, is far more affordable, offering a practical solution for expats and individuals living across the region who are far from a well stocked local shop. Ordering online provides consistent access to necessary medication.
What you will receive
Demadex is the originator brand name, made by Pfizer. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Pfizer and do not ship the original Demadex.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Torsemide) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.