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Torsevent is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Torsevent depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Torsevent 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 Torsevent safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Torsevent.
Is the use of Torsevent safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Torsevent as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Torsevent on the Kidneys?
Using Torsevent does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Torsevent on the Liver?
Side effects of Torsevent rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Torsevent on the Heart?
You can take Torsevent without any fear of damage to the heart.
Torsevent 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 Torsevent unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Torsevent habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Torsevent is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Torsevent, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Torsevent can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Torsevent only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Torsevent is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Torsevent
Taking Torsevent with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Torsevent
Taking alcohol with Torsevent can be dangerous.
Yes, an overdose of Torsevent is associated with hypokalemia. It is a condition in which the blood potassium levels are too low. Symptoms are muscle fatigue, muscle cramps and feeling weak. Low potassium levels can lead to a heart problem. Therefore, if you are taking a loop diuretic, talk to your doctor about preventing hypokalemia. In addition, follow the dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor.
No, Torsevent 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, Torsevent has a longer duration of action and doesn't get accumulated in the renal failure.
Rarely, Torsevent might cause gout. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. Torsevent 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, Torsevent 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 Torsevent. Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic which prevents the loss of potassium from the body.
Torsevent 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.
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