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TOR 5 Tablet

Torsemide (5mg)

₹30.00 ₹34.7514% Off


Product Code: 192239
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Constituents

Torsemide (5mg)

Usage of TOR 5 Tablet

TOR 5 Tablet is used in the treatment of oedema and high blood pressure. It treats oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.

Possible Side-effects

Common
  • Weakness
  • Dehydration
  • Decreased potassium level in blood
  • Increased blood uric acid
  • Decreased magnesium level in blood

Unit

1 Strip of 10 Tablet

Manufacturer

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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How to use TOR 5 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. TOR 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

TOR 5 Tablet is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced. In doing so, it causes potassium loss.

Related Warnings

Taking Torsamide with alcohol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.

TOR 5 Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

TOR 5 Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

TOR 5 Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

TOR 5 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of TOR 5 Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease as the use of TOR 5 Tablet should be avoided in case you are unable to pass urine or the kidney damage is due to some medicines.

TOR 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of TOR 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

  • TOR 5 Tablet helps remove excess water from your body and lowers blood pressure.
  • Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
  • May cause dizziness in the initial days of treatment.
  • Monitor your blood pressure after starting TOR 5 Tablet, and notify your doctor if it does not lower down.
  • Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that does not go away.
  • Take potassium supplements or potassium-rich diet (banana, spinach, coconut water, etc.) as TOR 5 Tablet can decrease your potassium levels and lead to dehydration.
  • You may be asked to get regular blood tests done to monitor your kidney function.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Is TOR useful in the treatment of heart failure?

Yes, TOR is useful in the treatment of heart failure. It works by removing excess water and salt from your body. Thereby, decreasing the workload on the heart. This helps in improving the function of the heart in these patients.

Q. Does TOR raise your blood sugar levels?

TOR can increase your blood sugar levels. This can worsen your diabetes control and affect your blood and urine sugar tests. Inform your doctor if you are a diabetic before taking TOR.

Q. What medicines should I avoid while taking TOR?

TOR can interact with several medicines. Do not take any medicine without talking to your doctor.

Q. How long should I take TOR for?

Usually, TOR should be taken for the rest of your life, unless it is stopped by your doctor.

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