Torsemide

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: May 22, 2024

Drug Details


Generic Name:

Torsemide

Common Brands:

Soaanz, Demadex

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Loop diuretic (water pill)

Forms:

Tablet

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

  • Fluid retention due to heart failure, renal disease, or hepatic cirrhosis
  • Hypertension 

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Torsemide (Soaanz) Drug Class

Torsemide (tore-seh-myde) belongs to a group of drugs called loop diuretics (water pills).

Torsemide (Soaanz) Age Range

Torsemide is approved for use in adults over the age of 18 years. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in pediatric patients.