Ingredient

Torsemide

Torsemide is a diuretic ingredient that promotes the excretion of water and sodium from the body.

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MFDS ingredient code M102689

What does it do?

Torsemide is a potent diuretic primarily used to eliminate excess water and sodium from the body. This ingredient is helpful in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and is utilized in the management of edema or hypertension.

Torsemide inhibits the reabsorption of sodium and water in specific areas of the kidneys, leading to their excretion in urine. As a result, excess water and sodium in the body are reduced, lowering blood pressure and alleviating edema.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Torsemide has a longer duration of action and sustained effect compared to other diuretics in the same class, such as furosemide. It is also characterized by its relatively safe use in patients with liver disease.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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