Isemid Chewable Tablets for Dogs

Isemid Chewable Tablets for Dogs

Isemid chewable tablets for dogs are made by Ceva and contain torasemide, a loop diuretic. They are a prescription-only veterinary medicine (POM-V), so it can only be supplied against a valid prescription from your veterinary surgeon.

This page lists Isemid in 1 mg, 2 mg and 4 mg strengths, each as a pack of 90 tablets. Your vet decides which strength your dog needs.

What is Isemid?

Isemid is a brown, oblong, flavoured chewable tablet with a score line, so it can be divided into halves. Each tablet contains torasemide (1 mg, 2 mg or 4 mg depending on the strength). Torasemide belongs to the loop diuretic group of medicines. Isemid is licensed in dogs only.

What is Isemid used for?

The authorised use of Isemid is the treatment of clinical signs related to congestive heart failure in dogs, including pulmonary oedema. It should only be started and monitored by your veterinary surgeon, who will have diagnosed your dog’s condition.

Strengths and pack sizes

Options on this page:

• Isemid 1 mg chewable tablets for dogs, pack of 90 tablets
• Isemid 2 mg chewable tablets for dogs, pack of 90 tablets
• Isemid 4 mg chewable tablets for dogs, pack of 90 tablets

Isemid is also authorised in a pack of 30 tablets. That size is not listed here. Always choose the exact strength shown on your prescription.

How Isemid is given

Isemid is given by mouth, at the dose and frequency set by the prescribing veterinary surgeon. If your dog does not take the tablet readily, it can be given with food or placed directly into the mouth. Tablets can be split into halves. Keep any remaining tablet half in the blister and use it at the next dose.

Torasemide increases thirst, so your dog should always have free access to fresh water. Your vet will arrange check-ups to monitor kidney function, hydration and blood salts during treatment.

Safety information

Do not use Isemid if your dog:

• has kidney failure
• is dehydrated, has low blood volume or has low blood pressure
• is already receiving another loop diuretic
• is allergic to torasemide or any of the other ingredients

Take care and tell your vet:

• Isemid is not recommended for pregnant or lactating dogs or for breeding animals.
• Use with caution in dogs with diabetes mellitus.
• Tell your vet before using other medicines, including anti-inflammatories, certain antibiotics, steroids, ACE inhibitors, digoxin or medicines for diabetes.
• Contact your vet if your dog has loss of appetite, vomiting or lethargy.
• Reported side effects include vomiting, diarrhoea, increased urination, urinary incontinence, reduced appetite, dehydration, weight loss, lethargy and increased thirst.

Safety for people

Accidental swallowing may cause increased urination, thirst, stomach upset, low blood pressure and dehydration. Return part-used tablets to the blister and the carton, out of the reach of children. People allergic to torasemide or to sulfonamides should avoid contact with the product. Wash your hands after use. If someone swallows a tablet, seek medical advice and show the leaflet or label.

Storage

No special storage conditions are needed. Keep tablets where animals cannot reach them, because they are flavoured.

Prescription required

Isemid is classified POM-V, so a veterinary surgeon must prescribe it before we can dispense it. Add the exact strength and quantity written on your prescription to your basket, then upload the prescription at checkout or send it to us afterwards. Our veterinary team checks every prescription before an order leaves us.

See our pet prescription help centre for more on how prescriptions work, or read about pet prescriptions online.

Isemid: key product details

Frequently asked questions

What is Isemid?

Isemid is a chewable tablet for dogs from Ceva containing torasemide, a loop diuretic. It is a prescription-only veterinary medicine.

What is Isemid used for?

It is licensed for the treatment of clinical signs related to congestive heart failure in dogs, including pulmonary oedema.

What strengths and pack sizes are available on this page?

Isemid 1 mg, 2 mg and 4 mg chewable tablets, each in a pack of 90 tablets.

Is Isemid prescription only?

Yes. Isemid is POM-V, so it needs a valid prescription from a veterinary surgeon who has your dog under their care.

Who makes Isemid?

Isemid is made by Ceva. The UK marketing authorisation holder listed by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate is Ceva Animal Health Ltd.

Which animals is Isemid for?

Dogs only.

Can Isemid tablets be split?

Yes. The tablet is scored and can be divided into halves. Keep any remaining half in the blister for the next dose.

Useful links

• Dog cardiac prescription medicines
• All dog prescription medication
• More Ceva veterinary products
• Prescription medicines A to Z
• Isemid 1 mg SPC (VMD Product Information Database)
• Isemid 2 mg SPC (VMD Product Information Database)
• Isemid 4 mg SPC (VMD Product Information Database)