torsemide

Torsemide is a water pill, which can cause you to urinate more often. It's best to take this medication in the morning or afternoon to avoid waking up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom.

Torsemide can cause lightheadedness and dizziness, especially during the first few days of therapy. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy, get up slowly from sitting or lying down. Avoid driving and doing tasks that require a lot of attention until you know how this medication affects you. If you feel like you're going to faint or pass out, let your provider know right away.

Torsemide might cause your blood sugar levels to go up. If you have a history of diabetes, your provider might ask you to check your blood sugar more often and track it over time. Let your provider know if you notice your blood sugar level going up after starting torsemide.

Since torsemide gets rid of extra fluid from your body, sometimes this can lead to too much water and electrolytes, specifically potassium, in the blood being lost. Tell your provider right away if you feel weak, have muscle pain or cramps, dizziness, fast heartbeat, or vomiting. You provider may ask you to take extra potassium if needed.

Getting rid of too much fluid can also lower your blood pressure. Make sure to monitor your blood pressure regularly and report any symptoms of dizziness to your provider.

Please tell your provider right away if you experience vomiting, diarrhea, or fever. Also, let them know if you haven't been drinking fluids as often as usual during treatment. These factors can lead to dehydration, which raises the risk of serious kidney problems.

Though extremely rare, torsemide can raise the risk of gout attacks. Tell your healthcare provider if you've had gout attacks in the past or currently have gout, so that they can monitor your condition closely.