Torget 5 Tablet
Manufacturer
Zydus Cadila
Salt Composition
Torasemide (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Torget 5 Tablet is a diuretic used to reduce swelling caused by too much water in the body in people with heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. It is also used to treat high blood pressure.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Torget 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. Torget 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Torget 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 Torget 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 Torget 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 Torget 5 Tablet raise blood sugar?
Yes, Torget 5 Tablet may raise blood sugar levels, leading to hyperglycemia. It is crucial to monitor your blood glucose levels while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Torget 5 Tablet?
Common side effects include headache, dizziness, dehydration, constipation, decreased blood pressure, and stomach upset. Serious side effects can involve dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, rapid or excessive weight loss, vomiting blood, chest pain, difficulty breathing or swallowing, skin rash, hives, itching, blisters or peeling skin.
Does Torget 5 Tablet increase creatinine?
Yes, Torget 5 Tablet may cause a slight increase in creatinine levels depending on the dosage. This effect might be more pronounced with long-term use. However, these levels return to baseline once treatment is stopped.
Does Torget 5 Tablet cause loss of potassium?
Torget 5 Tablet does not directly cause potassium loss. However, in some cases, it may lead to dehydration as a side effect. This dehydration can contribute to the loss of other electrolytes like sodium, calcium, and magnesium.
Can I stop taking Torget 5 Tablet if my blood pressure is under control?
Do not discontinue Torget 5 Tablet without consulting your doctor. Stopping the medication prematurely might not manage your blood pressure effectively but could revert it to its previous levels before treatment.
How should I take Torget 5 Tablet?
Take Torget 5 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Generally, it is recommended to take it once daily at the same time each day, ideally in the morning. Due to the possibility of frequent urination with this medication, consider taking it first thing in the morning.
Is Torget 5 Tablet stronger than furosemide?
Both Torget 5 Tablet and furosemide are comparable in terms of safety and effectiveness. However, Torget 5 Tablet has a longer duration of action compared to furosemide, but both start working within an hour after intake.
How long does it take for Torget 5 Tablet to show its effect?
Torget 5 Tablet starts showing effects within an hour after oral consumption and its effects last around 6-8 hours when taken orally.
