Torlactone 10 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Torlactone Information

Torlactone is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Torlactone have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Torlactone is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Torlactone are Frequent urination. Some other side effects of Torlactone have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Torlactone are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Torlactone is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Torlactone has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Torlactone related warnings section.

Torlactone is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes, Potassium Deficiency, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Torlactone are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Torlactone have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Torlactone is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Torlactone Benefits & Uses
Torlactone Dosage & How to Take
Torlactone Side Effects
Torlactone Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Torlactone with Other Drugs
Torlactone Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Torlactone
Torlactone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Torlactone Benefits & Uses

Torlactone is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Edema

Torlactone Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Edema Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 50 mg spironolactone and 10 mg Torasemide (Torsemide)
Geriatric	Disease: Edema Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 50 mg spironolactone and 10 mg Torasemide (Torsemide)

Torlactone Related Warnings

Is the use of Torlactone safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Torlactone.
Is the use of Torlactone safe during breastfeeding?

Torlactone has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Torlactone on the Kidneys?

Using Torlactone does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Torlactone on the Liver?

Torlactone has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Torlactone on the Heart?

Using Torlactone does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Torlactone with Other Drugs

Torlactone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amlodipine,Valsartan

Olmesartan

Kanamycin

Gentamicin

Moderate

Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Metformin

Aliskiren

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Ibuprofen

Metformin

Torlactone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Torlactone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hyperparathyroidism
Diabetes
Prostate Cancer
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Allergy
Potassium Deficiency
Kidney Disease
Liver Cirrhosis

Frequently asked Questions about Torlactone

Is this Torlactone habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Torlactone is addictive.

Torlactone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Torlactone

Taking Torlactone with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Torlactone

Consumption of alcohol and Torlactone together may have severe effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Torlactone

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Torlactone for bloating?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Torlactone is used to provide relief from swelling and high blood pressure. It is not used to provide relief from bloating (swollen belly after eating food which might be caused by excessive gas production). If you are experiencing bloating caused by food then try to eat slowly, chew your food completely. Take fiber rich food also try to eat food in less quantity at a time. Taking probiotics or digestive enzyme supplements might be helpful in reducing bloating.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Torlactone to lose weight?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Torlactone is not meant to reduce weight and it can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice because it can cause dehydration due to excessive urination which results in loss of electrolytes from your body. Loss of electrolytes from your body can cause symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, and tiredness.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Torlactone cause muscle cramps?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Torlactone may cause muscle cramps but it occurs only in few cases. If you experience the same then consult your doctor without any further delay.