Torsedil 20 Tablet is primarily used to manage fluid retention (oedema) resulting from excess water in the body, which often occurs in conditions like heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. It also plays a significant role in managing high blood pressure (hypertension). This medicine belongs to the class of medications known as loop diuretics.
Torsedil 20 Tablet is prescribed for:
• Reducing swelling and fluid retention in oedema
• Managing high blood pressure
• Alleviating symptoms associated with heart failure
• Assisting in liver and kidney disease by reducing fluid accumulation
• Take the tablet whole with water at the same time every day.
• It can be taken with or without food.
• To prevent nighttime urination, avoid taking it within four hours of bedtime.
• Consult your doctor for specific advice on dosage and duration of management.
• Follow your doctor's instructions meticulously for optimal results.
• If you have any queries, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Torsedil 20 Tablet is taken orally.
The side effects of Torsedil 20 Tablet include:
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Dehydration
• Constipation
• Decreased blood pressure
Torsedil 20 Tablet contains torsemide (20 mg), which acts as follows:
• Diuretic Action: Increases urine production to remove excess water and certain electrolytes from the body.
• Inhibition of Sodium Reabsorption: Torasemide blocks a specific protein in the kidneys, thus preventing the reabsorption of sodium and chloride.
• Fluid Reduction: By increasing urine output and reducing salt reabsorption, it helps eliminate excess fluid from the body.
• Blood Pressure Control: This process lowers blood pressure and reduces swelling.
This tablet should be used only if clearly needed.
Caution is advised.
It is recommended to consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.
Advised for treatment of edema associated with liver disease.
Torsedil 20 Tablet is advised for treatment of edema associated with kidney disease.
If you experience decreased alertness, vision problems, or drowsiness, avoid operating machinery or driving.
If you have known allergies to torasemide, avoid using this medicine.
Not recommended.
Older patients may be more susceptible to certain side effects, consult your doctor before use.
Drug-Drug Interactions
• Other Diuretics: May increase the risk of excessive fluid and electrolyte depletion.
• Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs: May reduce the diuretic effect, resulting in fluid retention.
• Mood Stabilizers: May increase the risk of lithium toxicity.
• Antibiotics: May enhance nephrotoxic effects.
Drug-Disease Interactions
• Cardiovascular Disease: Risk of arrhythmias.
• Liver Disease with cirrhosis and ascites: Risk of sudden alterations of fluid and electrolyte balance.
Daily Dose
• Torsedil 20 Tablet is taken as advised by your doctor.
Missed Dose
• If you forget to take Torsedil 20 Tablet as instructed, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and resume your regular dosage schedule. Never increase your dosage without consulting your doctor.
Overdose
• Overdose symptoms may include headache, dizziness, or nausea.
• Store Torsedil 20 Tablet in its original container, tightly closed.
• Keep it at room temperature, away from light and moisture.
• Protect it from excessive heat.
• Keep the medicine out of reach of children.
• Do not store Torsedil 20 Tablet in the bathroom.
• Use the medicine before the expiry date mentioned on the packaging.
• Limit salt intake to help control fluid retention.
• Stay hydrated throughout the day.
• Engage in regular exercise as advised by your doctor.
• Monitor your blood pressure regularly and consult your doctor if it does not decrease or if you experience persistent symptoms.
• Incorporate potassium-rich foods like bananas, spinach, and oranges into your diet or consider taking supplements under medical supervision to maintain healthy potassium levels.
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