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Torvel 20 Mg 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Torvel 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Torvel has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Torvel 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Torvel for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Torvel 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Torvel is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Torvel 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Torvel rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Torvel 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Torvel is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Torvel 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Torvel 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Torvel 20 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Torvel 20 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Torvel 20 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Torvel 20 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Torvel 20 Mg Tablet
Taking Torvel 20 Mg Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Torvel 20 Mg Tablet
Consuming Torvel 20 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Torvel does not cause kidney damage, in fact, it helps in managing edema resulting from kidney disease, heart disease, and lung disease. In comparison to furosemide, Torvel has a longer duration of action and doesn't get accumulated in the renal failure.
Yes, an overdose of Torvel is associated with hypokalemia. It is a condition in which the blood potassium levels are too low. Symptoms are muscle fatigue, muscle cramps and feeling weak. Low potassium levels can lead to a heart problem. Therefore, if you are taking a loop diuretic, talk to your doctor about preventing hypokalemia. In addition, follow the dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Torvel can be used with lasix (furosemide). Both are loop diuretics, however, furosemide has a shorter half-life than Torvel. The long-acting Torvel, when added to lasix, can produce better clinical outcomes. It is also advisable to pair Torvel with a potassium-sparing diuretic like spironolactone because while Torvel may lead to potassium loss, spironolactone will retain potassium in the body.
Rarely, Torvel might cause gout. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. Torvel 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.
No, Torvel is not potassium sparing. Rather, it is a loop diuretic that removes excess of water and electrolytes like potassium from the body. One may need to eat potassium-rich foods or a potassium supplement while one uses Torvel. Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic which prevents the loss of potassium from the body.
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