Torcilin Information

Torcilin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Torcilin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Torcilin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Torcilin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Torcilin has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Torcilin related warnings talks about Torcilin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Torcilin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Torcilin are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Torcilin with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Torcilin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Torcilin Benefits & Uses

Torcilin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Torcilin 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: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Increase to 20 mg once daily if necessary
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Increase to 20 mg once daily if necessary

Torcilin Related Warnings

Is the use of Torcilin safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Torcilin for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Torcilin safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Torcilin in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Torcilin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Torcilin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Torcilin on the Liver?

Torcilin has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Torcilin on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Torcilin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Torcilin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Quinidine

Carbamazepine

Primaquine

Moderate

Rifampicin

Erythromycin

Cimetidine

Torcilin Contraindications

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

Aortic Stenosis
Angina
Heart Disease
Allergy
Low Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Torcilin

Is this Torcilin habit forming or addictive?

Torcilin is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Torcilin as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Torcilin should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Torcilin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Torcilin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Torcilin

You can take Torcilin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Torcilin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Torcilin with alcohol.

Unknown