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Torfix Information

Torfix, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Hepatic Encephalopathy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Torfix also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Torfix. 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.

The most common side effects of Torfix are Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Torfix side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Torfix normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Torfix's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Torfix's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Torfix related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Torfix contraindications section.

Additionally, Torfix may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Torfix is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Torfix Benefits & Uses

Torfix is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatic Encephalopathy

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Travelers Diarrhea

Torfix 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: Traveler's Diarrhea Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Traveler's Diarrhea Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Traveler's Diarrhea Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Torfix Related Warnings

Is the use of Torfix safe for pregnant women?

Torfix should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Torfix safe during breastfeeding?

Torfix should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Torfix on the Kidneys?

Torfix is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Torfix on the Liver?

Torfix is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Torfix on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Torfix for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Torfix with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Amiodarone

Clarithromycin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Warfarin

Torfix Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Torfix

Is this Torfix habit forming or addictive?

Torfix does not cause addiction.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Torfix only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Torfix in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Torfix Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Torfix

You can take Torfix with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Torfix

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Torfix and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Torfix

Question over 5 years ago

Is Torfix safe to use?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Yes, Torfix is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Torfix cause constipation?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Torfix might cause constipation in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this medicine. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug, then try to eat fibre rich food, take laxatives and digestive enzyme supplements that might be helpful in reducing constipation.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Torfix work?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Torfix works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is essential for bacterial growth. The absence of these proteins results in stunned bacterial growth due to which bacteria is not able to survive. For hepatic encephalopathy Torfix works by inhibiting the growth of enteric ammonia-producing bacteria which are present in our gut, this results in the indirect reduction of serum ammonia level. In irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea, how Torfix works are still unknown but it is presumed that it works by changing the bacterial flora in small intestine and reduction in gas.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Torfix helpful in treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Torfix is used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D). It has been found very effective for IBS-D. Torfix is given three times a day up to 14 days in patients of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Torfix cause bloating?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Torfix does not cause bloating. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact Torfix helps in reducing bloating and flatulence in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients by controlling the bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine which is responsible for producing gas that causes bloating and flatulence.