How to Pronounce Torsemide (Demadex)

TOR-se-mide
IPA: /ˈtɒr.sɛ.mɪdɛ/
Brand name: Demadex
TOR se mide
Torsemide is pronounced TOR-se-mide

How do you pronounce Torsemide?

Torsemide is pronounced “TOR-se-mide”. It has 3 syllables: tor ‑ se ‑ mide. The stress falls on the first syllable, “tor”.

How many syllables are in Torsemide?

Torsemide has 3 syllables: tor ‑ se ‑ mide.

What does Torsemide mean?

Edema, heart failure. Acute decompensated HF, edema, hypercalcemia

Word Parts

suffix -semide loop diuretic

Common Mispronunciations

Stress is on the first syllable (TOR) — don't shift stress to the middle of the word. The ending "-mide" is pronounced "mide" (rhymes with "ride"), not "mid"

Where You'll Encounter This

Acute decompensated HF, edema, hypercalcemia. Potent diuretic for acute decompensated heart failure and severe edema.

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