Use of torsemide in equids with congestive heart failure

Information about congestive heart failure (CHF) treatment in the horse is limited. Torsemide, an oral loop diuretic, is increasingly used in humans, dogs, and cats with CHF. Torsemide is well absorbed and induces diuresis in healthy horses, and its use in a horse with CHF has been reported. The purpose of this retrospective study was to describe the clinical use of torsemide in equids with CHF. The study population consisted of horses presented to a referral practice with clinical signs of congestive heart failure. Diagnosis was confirmed with echocardiography. Treatment with torsemide as well as other cardiac medications was instituted. The ...

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