Durite 10mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Leeford Healthcare Ltd
Salt Composition
Torasemide (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Durite 10mg Tablet is a diuretic used to reduce swelling caused by excess water in the body and to treat high blood pressure.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Durite 10mg 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. Common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, dehydration, decreased blood pressure, and stomach upset. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Regular monitoring of kidney function and electrolyte levels is important while using this medicine. It may reduce the potassium level in your blood so your doctor may ask you to add potassium-rich foods to your diet (such as bananas, coconut water, etc.) or prescribe supplements.
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. Durite 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Durite 10mg 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 Durite 10mg 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 Durite 10mg 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 Durite 10mg Tablet raise blood sugar?
Yes, Durite 10mg Tablet may increase blood sugar levels leading to hyperglycemia. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended during treatment with this medication.
What are the side effects of Durite 10mg Tablet?
Common side effects include headache, dizziness, dehydration, constipation, decreased blood pressure, and stomach upset. Serious side effects may also occur including severe dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, rapid weight loss, vomiting blood, chest pain, difficulty breathing or swallowing, blisters or peeling skin, hives, rash, and itching. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of these symptoms.
Does Durite 10mg Tablet increase creatinine?
Yes, Durite 10mg Tablet may cause a slight increase in creatinine levels depending on the dosage taken. Elevated creatinine levels might increase further with long-term use. However, after discontinuing treatment, these levels typically return to their pre-treatment values.
Does Durite 10mg Tablet cause loss of potassium?
Durite 10mg Tablet itself does not directly cause potassium loss. However, in some cases, its use may lead to excessive fluid loss, which can result in a reduction of potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium.
Can I stop taking Durite 10mg Tablet if my blood pressure is under control?
Consult your doctor before discontinuing Durite 10mg Tablet. Stopping the medication may not completely eliminate its effects, but it could potentially disrupt your current blood pressure regulation.
How should Durite 10mg Tablet be taken?
Take Durite 10mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is generally recommended to take one dose daily at the same time each day. Due to its effect on urination, Durite 10mg Tablet is often taken in the morning.
Is Durite 10mg Tablet stronger than furosemide?
Both Durite 10mg Tablet and furosemide exhibit similar levels of safety and efficacy. The main difference lies in their duration of action; Durite 10mg Tablet provides extended effects compared to furosemide. However, both medications generally start working within an hour after oral intake.
How long does it take for Durite 10mg Tablet to show its effects?
Durite 10mg Tablet begins acting within one hour of ingestion and the effect lasts approximately 6-8 hours when taken orally.
