Isemid vs Upcard - which is better?

Same drug. Isemid is chewable and tends to be better accepted by fussy dogs. Upcard is plain tablet.

Can I crush Isemid into food?

Yes, if the dog refuses it whole. Always confirm with the vet that crushing is appropriate for the formulation.

Isemid price comparison UK

Chewable torasemide tablet for advanced congestive heart failure. Same drug as Upcard in a more palatable format. Active ingredient: torasemide. Below: compare UK vet prices with VMD-approved online pharmacies for your dog's weight.

Dog weight (kg)Your vet's price per month (optional, £)

Typical vet price

£41.00–£59.00/mo

indicative UK range

Cheapest online

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Annual saving

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after £21 prescription fee: £0.00–£0.00

Based on a 15 kg dog, recommended strength: 2 mg. Assumes 12 months of continuous use (chronic dosing) and one written prescription per year. CMA Order caps the prescription fee at £21 for the first medicine, plus £12.50 per additional medicine on the same prescription. Prices are indicative and last verified 2026-05-15. Always confirm the current price on the pharmacy site before purchase.

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What Isemid treats

Chewable torasemide tablet for advanced congestive heart failure. Same drug as Upcard in a more palatable format.

Why it costs more at the vet

Ceva-branded chewable torasemide. Palatability commands a price premium at vet level; online prices typically 40% lower.

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How to get a written prescription

The CMA Order is legally binding by 23 September 2026. Every UK vet must offer a written prescription on request, with the fee capped at £21 for the first medicine plus £12.5 per additional medicine on the same prescription. Take the prescription to any VMD-approved online pharmacy listed above. We have a short guide with a template email you can send to your practice.

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Common side effects

Increased thirst and urination
Electrolyte imbalance

This is not a complete list. Always read the patient information leaflet and speak to your vet about side effects.

FAQ

Isemid vs Upcard - which is better?: Same drug. Isemid is chewable and tends to be better accepted by fussy dogs. Upcard is plain tablet.
Can I crush Isemid into food?: Yes, if the dog refuses it whole. Always confirm with the vet that crushing is appropriate for the formulation.

Related medications

Heart & chronic

Upcard

Potent loop diuretic for advanced heart failure when furosemide is no longer adequate. Once-daily dosing.

Furosemide (Frusemide)

Diuretic used to manage fluid retention in heart failure.

Combination ACE inhibitor + potassium-sparing diuretic for dogs with congestive heart failure secondary to chronic valvular insufficiency. One tablet replaces two medications.

Congestive heart failure caused by dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) or mitral valve disease in dogs.

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Pricing data status: indicative. Last verified 2026-05-15. Pharmacies change prices regularly - always confirm before purchase. Not medical advice.