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VITATOR 5MG TABLET 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 VITATOR 5MG TABLET safe for pregnant women?
Vitator has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of VITATOR 5MG TABLET safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Vitator for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of VITATOR 5MG TABLET on the Kidneys?
Using Vitator does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of VITATOR 5MG TABLET on the Liver?
Side effects of Vitator rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of VITATOR 5MG TABLET on the Heart?
You can take Vitator without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take VITATOR 5MG TABLET unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this VITATOR 5MG TABLET habit forming or addictive?
VITATOR 5MG TABLET 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 VITATOR 5MG TABLET as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
VITATOR 5MG TABLET should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
VITATOR 5MG TABLET is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and VITATOR 5MG TABLET
Taking VITATOR 5MG TABLET with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and VITATOR 5MG TABLET
Consumption of alcohol and VITATOR 5MG TABLET together may have severe effects on your health.
Vitator 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.
No, Vitator 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, Vitator has a longer duration of action and doesn't get accumulated in the renal failure.
Rarely, Vitator might cause gout. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. Vitator 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.
Vitator is available as an injection and tablet. Injection should be taken under the supervision of a doctor. The tablet should be taken orally or by mouth with or without food, usually once a day or as directed by your doctor. It should be taken at the same time every day so that one doesn't forget the dose. Vitator should be avoided 4 hours prior to bedtime so that one doesn't have to get up for urinating. One must follow the dosing schedule and instructions given by a doctor.
Yes, Vitator can be used with lasix (furosemide). Both are loop diuretics, however, furosemide has a shorter half-life than Vitator. The long-acting Vitator, when added to lasix, can produce better clinical outcomes. It is also advisable to pair Vitator with a potassium-sparing diuretic like spironolactone because while Vitator may lead to potassium loss, spironolactone will retain potassium in the body.
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