Aidsemide 5 Tablet
Manufacturer
Workcell Solutions Private Limited
Salt Composition
Torasemide (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Aidsemide 5 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called diuretics or water tablets. It is used to reduce the swelling (edema) caused by too much water in the body in people who have heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Aidsemide 5 Tablet helps your body get rid of extra water and salt through urine. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines as per the dose advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food and should be taken at the same time each day. It is best to avoid taking this medicine within 4 hours of your bedtime to prevent having to get up at night to urinate. It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well. If you stop taking it without consulting your doctor, your condition may worsen. Lifestyle changes like reducing stress, restricting salt intake, and stopping smoking may help this medication work better.
Directions for Use
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. Aidsemide 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Aidsemide 5 Tablet is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced.
Quick Tips
Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate. Monitor your blood pressure after starting Aidsemide 5 Tablet and notify your doctor if it does not lower down. Consult 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 Aidsemide 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Aidsemide 5 Tablet raise blood sugar?
Yes, Aidsemide 5 Tablet may cause hyperglycemia by raising blood sugar levels. It is important to monitor your blood glucose closely while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Aidsemide 5 Tablet?
Common side effects of Aidsemide 5 Tablet include headache, dizziness, dehydration, constipation, and stomach upset. Serious side effects may include: dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, rapid or excessive weight loss, vomiting blood, chest pain, difficulty breathing or swallowing, blisters or peeling skin, hives, rash, and itching. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.
Does Aidsemide 5 Tablet increase creatinine?
Aidsemide 5 Tablet may cause a mild increase in creatinine levels depending on the dosage taken. These increases are generally more noticeable with long-term use. Once treatment is stopped, these levels will return to their baseline values.
Does Aidsemide 5 Tablet cause loss of potassium?
Aidsemide 5 Tablet itself may not directly cause potassium loss. However, water imbalance caused by this medication might lead to a slight decrease in potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium levels.
Can I stop taking Aidsemide 5 Tablet if my blood pressure is controlled now?
Do not discontinue Aidsemide 5 Tablet without consulting your doctor. Stopping the medication may not completely control your blood pressure, and could potentially make your condition worse.
How should Aidsemide 5 Tablet be taken?
Take Aidsemide 5 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is recommended to take it once daily at the same time each day. Aidsemide 5 Tablet may cause increased urination; therefore, taking it in the morning is advised.
Is Aidsemide 5 Tablet stronger than furosemide?
Both Aidsemide 5 Tablet and furosemide are comparable in terms of safety and effectiveness. However, Aidsemide 5 Tablet has a longer duration of action compared to furosemide. The effects of both medications begin within an hour after oral ingestion.
How long does it take for Aidsemide 5 Tablet to show its effects?
Aidsemide 5 Tablet starts working in about an hour after oral intake and the effects last approximately 6-8 hours when taken orally.
