Question 1

i ran out of furosemide but i have some torsemide  so could i take them instead?

Accepted Answer

Diuretics: Both furosemide (F) and torsemide (T) are loop diuretics and should promote excess fluid to be urinated out of your body. Speak to your physician as to the dose of T to take to replace the F you ran out of. Good luck.

Question 2

does lasix (furosemide) work the same as torsemide?

Accepted Answer

Almost: Both these medications are loop diuretics. They work very similarly however some properties such as absorption, duration and onset of action are different.

Question 3

i need to increase my urine output. i am a 29 year old female. torsemide or furosemide?

Accepted Answer

I would start by : drinking more water

Question 4

do furosemide & torsemide have the same se? is their a diuretic that doesn't cause as much na loss yet is still effective or is na just supplemented?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Torsemide and furosemide are both loop diuretics. Different diuretics work on different parts of the nephron (kidney system) and hence have different side effects. Depending on why your MD decided to put u on a loop diuretic (strong med)  u ought to discuss and see if u can be switched to a gentler one (aldactone) etc .

Question 5

lisinopril and furosemide safe to take together?

Accepted Answer

Drugs: Lisinopril and Furosemide are often prescribed together.

Question 6

furosemide (50mg/2 times daily) is not effective for my nephrotic syndrome. can i take it together with hydrochlorothiazide? what is a safe dose?

Accepted Answer

Yes but: The combination is often used for refractory edema however it requires very close monitoring because it can cause dangerous electrolyte imbalance. The combination if very potent. Even better is the combo of furosemide and metolazone (hydrochlorothiazide becomes ineffective when renal function deteriorates). But your doc must monitor you - you can become very ill if used without care.

Question 7

can i take metolazone (5mg) in the morning and hydrochlorothiazide (25mg) in the evening together with furosemide (60mg) for stubborn edema?

Accepted Answer

No: They are drugs of the same class and there's no benefit in taking both. You list nephrotic syndrome. You will likely need a higher dose of lasix (furosemide). I would start by trying 60 mg twice day (with supervision! as it is dangerous to do this on your own!). Alternatively, change lasix (furosemide) to torsemide which is more potent.

Question 8

is it better to separate and take furosemide, aldactone and lisinopril at different times. does taking them together have any short comings. 
i still feel a little tiredness at times climbing long stirs an uphill. ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Some studies have shown taking a non-diuretic B.P. medication may offer better cardiovascular protect against major cardiovascular events (MACE), stroke heart attack, fatal stroke, and fatal heart attack. I would advise taking the lisinopril at bedtime, and the furosemide earl in the am. The aldactone, though a diuretic,  acts slowly...take in the am.

Question 9

what can i do for nightime leg cramps when i have to be careful of my fluid and pottasium intake. i am also on torosimide and flurosimide.?

Accepted Answer

Check veins : Irritation of muscles due to overwork, swelling can result in cramping.  Abnormalities in electrolytes like potassium, calcium can precipitate cramping, but venous insufficiency is a more common cause.  Go to www.Phlebology.Org, and seek advice of a phlebologist in your area.  For now try stretching exercises prior retiring in the evening.

Question 10

i have 20mg furosemide. 2 doesn't work so can i take more safely?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Not without the knowledge and endorsement of your treating doctor! there are reasons why Furosemide might not be working that must be considered. Moreover, there are potential serious side effects (low potassium, low blood pressure, kidney damage) which must be balanced against the higher dose. Perhaps Furosemide isn't the best medicine for your condition? Please don't treat yourself!

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I ran out of furosemide but i have some torsemide so could i take them instead?

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Does lasix (furosemide) work the same as torsemide?

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I need to increase my urine output. i am a 29 year old female. torsemide or furosemide?

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Do furosemide & torsemide have the same se? is their a diuretic that doesn't cause as much na loss yet is still effective or is na just supplemented?

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Lisinopril and furosemide safe to take together?

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Furosemide (50mg/2 times daily) is not effective for my nephrotic syndrome. can i take it together with hydrochlorothiazide? what is a safe dose?

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Can i take metolazone (5mg) in the morning and hydrochlorothiazide (25mg) in the evening together with furosemide (60mg) for stubborn edema?

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Is it better to separate and take furosemide, aldactone and lisinopril at different times. does taking them together have any short comings. i still feel a little tiredness at times climbing long stirs an uphill. ?

A member asked:

What can i do for nightime leg cramps when i have to be careful of my fluid and pottasium intake. i am also on torosimide and flurosimide.?

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I have 20mg furosemide. 2 doesn't work so can i take more safely?

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