Torsemide

Torsemide: The Evidence-Based Loop Diuretic for Managing Edema and Hypertension Active Ingredient: Torsemide (also known as Torasemide) Pharmacological Category: Loop Diuretic Therapeutic Class: Antihypertensive, Diuretic Mechanism of Action: Torsemide inhibits the Na⁺-K⁺-2Cl⁻ symporter in the thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle, reducing sodium, chloride, and water reabsorption. Indications: Management of edema associated with congestive heart failure, chronic renal failure, and hepatic cirrhosis; treatment of hypertension, alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents.