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Torfix 550 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. Torfix 550 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Torfix 550 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Torfix 550 Tablet include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Torfix 550 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Torfix 550 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Torfix 550 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Torfix 550 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Torfix 550 Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Torfix 550 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Torfix 550 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Torfix 550 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Torfix 550 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Torfix 550 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Torfix 550 Tablet 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.
Is the use of Torfix 550 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Torfix should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Torfix 550 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Torfix is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Torfix 550 Tablet on the Liver?
Torfix is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Torfix 550 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Torfix for the heart.
Torfix 550 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Torfix 550 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Torfix 550 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Torfix 550 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Torfix 550 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Torfix 550 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Torfix 550 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Torfix 550 Tablet
You can take Torfix 550 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Torfix 550 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Torfix 550 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Torfix might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
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.
Yes, Torfix may cause orange urine because it is an analog of rifampicin. This side effect is reversible and unharmful in nature which goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
Torfix in combination with other antibiotics might be used to eradicate Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) but it is generally not used and not approved for the treatment of the infection caused by H. pylori.
Rarely, Torfix causes fatigue. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of fatigue is unknown. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience