Cardiológicos

TORACARD

ADMINISTRATION ORAL

description

Loop diuretic in oral solution.

presentation

5 mL and 10 mL dropper bottle.

action

Torasemide acts on the medullary ascending limb of the loop of Henle. Loop diuretics inhibit especially the transportation of Na+ -K + -2Cl from the luminal plasma membrane.

indications

For the treatment of dogs with clinical signs of edema and effusion related to canine congestive heart failure (CHF).

In patients with hypertension, associated with other anti-hypertensive agent

formula

100 mL of the solution contains:

Torasemide 0.6 g.

Excipients q.s.

dosage and administration

Each drop contains 0.2 mg

In mild cases, a dose of 0.2 mg/kg is used, equivalent to 1 drop per kg of body weight. In moderate to severe cases, the suggested dose is 0.4 mg/kg, equivalent to 2 drops per kg.

Food does not alter its absorption. Once clinical signs have been stabilized, continue with the lowest effective dose. Should a shift be made from furosemide to torasemide, an initial dose of 0.2 to 0.3 mg/kg is recommended.

contraindications

Patients with hypersensitivity to torasemide. Cases of renal failure, dehydration, hypovolemia, arterial hypotension.

collateral damage

Renal blood parameters may be increased. Polydipsia. Polyuria. Hemoconcentration. Renal failure. Dehydration (long-term treatment). Electrolyte deficiency. Gastrointestinal disorders.

restrictions on use

Its use during pregnancy and lactation is recommended only if the therapeutic benefit outweighs the potential risk.

Caution

Do not use with other loop diuretics.