Demadex (torsemide), Bumex (bumetanide), and Lasix (furosemide) are diuretics. They rid the body of excess fluid by increasing the amount of urinary output. They are given to treat fluid retention in cases of congestive heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Removing excess fluid can treat breathing problems, swollen face, swollen abdomen, and swollen arms and legs. The diuretics can also treat high blood pressure by removing excess fluid in the blood vessels so that the blood pressure comes down and the heart does not have to pump as hard.
Doses of Torsemide, bumetanide and furosemide
- Demadex (torsemide)–10 to 200mg daily in tablet form
- Bumex (bumetanide)–0.5 to 2.0mg, taken once a day by mouth
- Lasix (furosemide)–20 to 80 mg per day, taken orally
Common side effects
- Demadex (torsemide)
- Headache
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
- Stomach
- Constipation
- Bumex (bumetanide)
- Muscle cramps
- Low blood pressure
- Headache
- Nausea
- Lasix (furosemide)
- Nausea and vomiting
- Abdominal cramps
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Vertigo (surroundings seem to spin)
- Headache
- Rash
- Itch
- Blurred vision
Cost
The price of Demadex (torsemide) ranges from $15.00 to $31.00 for a bottle of 90 tablets, strength 20mg.
The price of Bumex (bumetanide) ranges from $15.00 to $23.00 for a bottle of 30 tablets, strength 1.0mg.
The price of Lasix (furosemide) ranges from $3.00 to $10.00 for a bottle of 30 tablets, strength 20mg.
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How to obtain a prescription for diuretics?
Diuretics are prescription medications, requiring the order of a physician or other licensed prescriber. QuickMD can prescribe diuretics by telemedicine (video or phone) and send the prescription to your local pharmacy.