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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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Is the use of Meltor safe for pregnant women?
Meltor has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Meltor safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Meltor for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Meltor on the Kidneys?
Meltor is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Meltor on the Liver?
Meltor has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Meltor on the Heart?
Using Meltor does not have any harmful effects on 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?
Forming a habit of Meltor has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Meltor. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Meltor only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Meltor cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Meltor
Taking Meltor with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meltor
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Meltor as it can have severe side effects.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience