Torsid 5 Tablet

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Composition FOR Torsid 5mg Tablet

Torasemide(5mg)

food interaction for Torsid Tablet

alcohol interaction for Torsid Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Torsid Tablet

lactation interaction for Torsid Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Torsid 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Torsid 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Torsid 5 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Torsid 5 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Torsid 5mg Tablet

Torasemide(5mg)

Torsid tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) and Edema. It treats oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.

How torsid tablet works

Torsid 5 Tablet is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced.

Common side effects of torsid tablet

Headache, Dizziness, Dehydration, Constipation, Decreased blood pressure, Upset stomach

SUBSTITUTES FOR Torsid Tablet

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Expert advice FOR Torsid Tablet

  • Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
  • Monitor your blood pressure after starting Torasemide, and notify your doctor if it does not lower down.
  • Consult your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that does not go away.
  • Take potassium supplements or potassium-rich diet (banana, spinach, coconut water, etc.) as Torasemide can decrease your potassium levels and lead to dehydration.
  • You may be asked to get regular blood tests done to monitor your kidney function.

Frequently asked questions FOR Torsid 5mg Tablet

Torasemide

Q. Does Torsid 5 Tablet raise blood sugar?
Yes, Torsid 5 Tablet may raise blood sugar levels causing hyperglycemia. Hence, it is important to keep a track of your blood glucose levels during treatment with Torsid 5 Tablet.
Q. What are the side effects of Torsid 5 Tablet?
The common side effects of Torsid 5 Tablet include headache, dizziness, dehydration, constipation, decreased blood pressure and stomach upset. Some of the serious side effects of Torsid 5 Tablet include dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, rapid or excessive weight loss, vomiting blood, chest pain, difficulty breathing or swallowing, blisters or peeling skin, hives, rash, and itching. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice any such symptoms.
Q. Does Torsid 5 Tablet increase creatinine?
Yes, Torsid 5 Tablet may cause a mild increase in creatinine values depending on the dose you are taking. These increased creatinine levels may increase slightly more when this medicine is used for long term. However, with discontinuation of the treatment, these levels return to their base value.
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Q. Does Torsid 5 Tablet cause loss of potassium?
Torsid 5 Tablet may not cause direct potassium loss. But, in some cases, its use may cause excess loss of water which may lead to dehydration. This, as a result, may cause loss of potassium, sodium, calcium and magnesium.
Q. My blood pressure is controlled now. Can I stop taking Torsid 5 Tablet?
Do not stop taking Torsid 5 Tablet without talking to your doctor. Stopping the medicine may not overshoot your blood pressure levels but may make your condition as it was before treatment. Therefore, discuss this with your doctor who will advise you to change the medicine or the dosage as per your requirement.
Q. How should Torsid 5 Tablet be taken?
Take Torsid 5 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. Generally, it is recommended to take Torsid 5 Tablet once daily preferably at the same time each day. Torsid 5 Tablet is known to cause excess urination, and hence it is advised to take it in the morning.
Q. Is Torsid 5 Tablet stronger than furosemide?
Both Torsid 5 Tablet and furosemide are almost similar in terms of safety and effectiveness. The only difference is that Torsid 5 Tablet has a longer duration of action in comparison to furosemide but the effect of both starts within an hour of intake.
Q. How long does it take for Torsid 5 Tablet to show its effects?
Torsid 5 Tablet starts acting within an hour of taking it orally and its effect lasts for about 6-8 hours when given orally.

Content on this page was last updated on 11 November, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)