Torasemide Tablet is a prescription medicine. Edema are some of its major therapeutic uses. Torasemide Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Torasemide Tablet 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 side effects typically associated with Torasemide Tablet include Frequent urination. While these are the most often observed Torasemide Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Torasemide Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Torasemide Tablet is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Torasemide Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Torasemide Tablet related warnings section.
Torasemide Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Potassium Deficiency, Kidney Disease, Liver Cirrhosis are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Torasemide Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Torasemide Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Torasemide Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Torasemide Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Torasemide Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Torasemide Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Torasemide rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Torasemide Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Torasemide as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Torasemide Tablet on the Kidneys?
Torasemide is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Torasemide Tablet on the Liver?
Torasemide may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Torasemide Tablet on the Heart?
Torasemide is completely safe for the heart.
Torasemide Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Torasemide Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Torasemide Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Torasemide Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Torasemide Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Torasemide Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Torasemide Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Torasemide Tablet
Taking Torasemide Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Torasemide Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Torasemide Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Torasemide can be used with lasix (furosemide). Both are loop diuretics, however, furosemide has a shorter half-life than Torasemide. The long-acting Torasemide, when added to lasix, can produce better clinical outcomes. It is also advisable to pair Torasemide with a potassium-sparing diuretic like spironolactone because while Torasemide may lead to potassium loss, spironolactone will retain potassium in the body.
Yes, an overdose of Torasemide is associated with hyponatremia. Hyponatremia occurs when the concentration of sodium is extremely low in the blood. Symptoms are nausea, vomiting, headache, confusion, muscle weakness, restlessness, and loss of energy. Therefore, it is important to stick to the dosing schedule designed by your doctor and talk about the prevention of hyponatremia.
Yes, it is safe to use Torasemide for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like constipation, frequent urination, ringing in the ears, and hearing loss.
Rarely, Torasemide might cause gout. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. Torasemide increase the concentration of uric acid in the blood by increasing its absorption from the kidneys that causes gout. However, if you are experiencing severe gout after taking medicine then inform your doctor they might change your medication or alter the dose of this drug.
Yes, Torasemide may cause allergy in rare cases. The symptoms could be rash, itching, dizziness, swelling of the tongue, throat, and face, difficulty in breathing, etc. If you experience any of these symptoms, discontinue using Torasemide and talk to your doctor immediately.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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