Torfur 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Torfur 500 Tablet Information

Torfur 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Torfur 500 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Torfur 500 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Torfur 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Torfur 500 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Torfur 500 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Torfur 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Torfur 500 Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Torfur 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Torfur 500 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Torfur Benefits & Uses
Torfur Dosage & How to Take
Torfur Side Effects
Torfur Related Warnings
Torfur Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Torfur
Torfur Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Torfur 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Torfur 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Torfur 500 Tablet 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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Torfur 500 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Torfur 500 Tablet is used -

Torfur 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Torfur 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Torfur safely.

Safe
Is the use of Torfur 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Torfur is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Torfur 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Torfur rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Torfur 500 Tablet on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Torfur on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Torfur 500 Tablet on the Heart?

You can take Torfur without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Torfur 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Torfur 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Torfur 500 Tablet

Is this Torfur 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Torfur 500 Tablet is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Torfur 500 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Torfur 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

Torfur 500 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Torfur 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Torfur 500 Tablet

It is safe to take Torfur 500 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Torfur 500 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Torfur 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Torfur 500 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Does Torfur affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Torfur might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Torfur treat pneumonia?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Torfur can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Torfur on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Torfur on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Torfur with ibuprofen?

Yes, Torfur can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Torfur cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Torfur can cause nausea and vomiting, but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.