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Torsemek is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Torsemek depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Torsemek 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 Torsemek safe for pregnant women?
Torsemek rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Torsemek safe during breastfeeding?
Torsemek has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Torsemek on the Kidneys?
Torsemek does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Torsemek on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Torsemek on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Torsemek on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Torsemek for the heart.
Torsemek 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 Torsemek unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Torsemek habit forming or addictive?
Torsemek is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Torsemek as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Torsemek only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Torsemek for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Torsemek
You can take Torsemek with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Torsemek
Taking alcohol with Torsemek can be dangerous.
Yes, Torsemek is a diuretic, also known as a water pill, which is used to eliminate excess water and salt from the body. Torsemek is a loop diuretic which acts on the ascending loop of henley in the kidney. It is used for the management of edema and hypertension.
Rarely, Torsemek might cause gout. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. Torsemek increase the concentration of uric acid in the blood by increasing its absorption from the kidneys that causes gout. However, if you are experiencing severe gout after taking medicine then inform your doctor they might change your medication or alter the dose of this drug.
No, Torsemek is not potassium sparing. Rather, it is a loop diuretic that removes excess of water and electrolytes like potassium from the body. One may need to eat potassium-rich foods or a potassium supplement while one uses Torsemek. Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic which prevents the loss of potassium from the body.
Yes, Torsemek can be used with lasix (furosemide). Both are loop diuretics, however, furosemide has a shorter half-life than Torsemek. The long-acting Torsemek, when added to lasix, can produce better clinical outcomes. It is also advisable to pair Torsemek with a potassium-sparing diuretic like spironolactone because while Torsemek may lead to potassium loss, spironolactone will retain potassium in the body.
No, Torsemek 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, Torsemek has a longer duration of action and doesn't get accumulated in the renal failure.
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