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Tolvasca is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion.
The right dosage of Tolvasca depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Tolvasca are Increased thirst, Weakness. Some other side effects of Tolvasca have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Tolvasca are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Tolvasca's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Tolvasca's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tolvasca related warnings section.
Tolvasca is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Hyperkalemia as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Tolvasca have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tolvasca is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Tolvasca is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tolvasca is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Tolvasca safe for pregnant women?
Tolvasca can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Tolvasca safe during breastfeeding?
Tolvasca should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Tolvasca on the Kidneys?
Tolvasca may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tolvasca on the Liver?
Tolvasca is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Tolvasca on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Tolvasca for the heart.
Tolvasca should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tolvasca unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tolvasca habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tolvasca.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tolvasca you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Tolvasca only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tolvasca cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Tolvasca
Tolvasca may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tolvasca
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Tolvasca as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1216-1217
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 525
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Samsca® (tolvaptan)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Jynarque (tolvaptan)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1216-1217
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 525
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Samsca® (tolvaptan)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Jynarque (tolvaptan)
