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Compare Lasix vs. Demadex

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Key takeaways

Furosemide (Lasix) and torsemide (Demadex, Soaanz) are both loop diuretics, also known as water pills, used to relieve swelling from extra fluid and sometimes to lower blood pressure. Furosemide is available in both tablet and oral solution forms, while torsemide is only available as a tablet. Furosemide is typically taken once or twice daily, whereas torsemide is usually taken once daily. Both medications start working in about an hour and last 6 to 8 hours. Both medications can cause side effects like dizziness, headaches, and tinnitus. Both medications can cause low potassium, and you may need to take potassium supplements. Both medications require laboratory monotoring and are available as lower-cost generics.

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  • Furosemide (Lasix)
    Torsemide
  • Furosemide (Lasix)
    Torsemide

  • Summary of Lasix vs. Demadex

    Summary for Diuretic (water pill)
    Prescription only

    Furosemide (Lasix) is a loop diuretic, a type of water pill. Furosemide (Lasix) is used to relieve swelling from extra fluids in children and adults. This medication can also lower blood pressure, though it's not a first-choice option for this condition. Furosemide (Lasix) comes as a tablet that's taken by mouth, typically once or twice daily. It's also available as an oral solution for people who've trouble swallowing tablets. Furosemide (Lasix) will cause you to urinate more often as a side effect, so it's best to not take this medication too close to bedtime.

    Summary for Diuretic (water pill)
    Prescription only

    Torsemide is a diuretic (water pill) that's used to relieve swelling from extra fluids. It can sometimes be prescribed to lower blood pressure as well. Torsemide is taken by mouth, typically once daily. Since torsemide gets rid of extra water from your body, it often causes electrolyte levels to drop. Your provider might recommend you to take this medication with potassium supplements to balance out your elelctrolyte levels.

  • Indications of Lasix vs. Demadex

    Indications for
    •Swelling (edema) due to heart failure, liver problems, or kidney problems
    •High blood pressure
    Indications for
    •Swelling due to heart failure or kidney disease
    •Swelling due to liver disease (taken with other medications) - generic torsemide only
    •High blood pressure - generic torsemide only

  • Pros and Cons of Lasix vs. Demadex

    Pros and Const for Diuretic (water pill)
    Pros
    •Starts working within an hour after you take it
    •Available in liquid form for children or people who have trouble swallowing pills
    •Available as a lower-cost generic medication
    Cons
    •Not a good choice for people with a sulfa allergy
    •Might cause you to urinate in the middle of the night if you take it later in the day
    •Can make you more dizzy and raise your risk for falling down
    Pros and Const for Diuretic (water pill)
    Pros
    •Starts working within 1 hour to get rid of extra fluid in your body
    •Good for people who have high blood pressure with heart failure or edema
    •Prevents fluid buildup if you have kidney problems
    •Available as a lower-cost generic medication
    Cons
    •Makes you urinate more often
    •Can cause low levels of important electrolytes, such as potassium
    •Might need regular blood work and lab tests to make sure your kidneys are functioning normally
    •Not a good option for people who have gout

  • Common Side Effects of Lasix vs. Demadex

    Common Side Effects for
    •Urinating more often
    •Dizziness
    •Headache
    •Feeling off balance when you get up suddenly
    •Skin sensitive to the sun
    Common Side Effects for
    •Urinating more
    •Dizziness

  • Warnings of Lasix vs. Demadex

    Common Side Effects for
    •Dehydration and electrolyte imbalance
    •Caution in people with liver problems
    •Hearing problems
    •Problems with urination
    •Allergic reaction
    •Gout
    Common Side Effects for
    •Low blood pressure and kidney injury
    •Change in electrolyte levels and blood sugar
    •Hearing problems

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