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Meltor 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Meltor is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Meltor safe for pregnant women?
Meltor has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Meltor safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Meltor as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Meltor on the Kidneys?
Using Meltor does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Meltor on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Meltor on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Meltor on the Heart?
You can take Meltor without any fear of damage to the heart.
Meltor 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 Meltor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Meltor habit forming or addictive?
Meltor is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Meltor as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Meltor only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Meltor is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Meltor
Taking Meltor with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meltor
Taking Meltor with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Meltor 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, Meltor has a longer duration of action and doesn't get accumulated in the renal failure.
Yes, it is safe to use Meltor 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.
No, it is not advisable that you discontinue taking Meltor on your own. Meltor is used for the treatment of edema and hypertension. It is possible that at the time of quitting Meltor you have a lot of fluid retention which can get detrimental to your health. Quitting Meltor abruptly may also spike your blood pressure which may predispose you to the risk of heart attack. Therefore, it is important that you follow your prescription completely and do not stop taking Meltor on your own, even if you feel better.
Meltor is the brand name for torsemide. It belongs to a class of drugs known as loop diuretics. It is available in the form of an injection and tablets. It is used for the management of edema associated with congestive heart failure. In low doses, it is also used to treat hypertension.
Yes, Meltor can be used with lasix (furosemide). Both are loop diuretics, however, furosemide has a shorter half-life than Meltor. The long-acting Meltor, when added to lasix, can produce better clinical outcomes. It is also advisable to pair Meltor with a potassium-sparing diuretic like spironolactone because while Meltor may lead to potassium loss, spironolactone will retain potassium in the body.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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