Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Redmax Pharma
Salt Composition
Spironolactone (50mg) + Torasemide (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to reduce excess fluid levels in the body while maintaining potassium balance. It treats edema and some cases of hypertension.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Spironolactone and Torasemide. It is primarily used to treat edema (fluid overload) and certain cases of hypertension. The medication helps remove excess water from the body while maintaining potassium balance. It may cause side effects such as dizziness, sleepiness, excessive urine production, dehydration, and low electrolyte levels. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolyte levels is recommended while taking this medication. Consult your doctor for personalized advice and to weigh the benefits and potential risks.
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. Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Spironolactone and Torasemide. Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic, and Torasemide is a loop diuretic. Together, they help remove excess fluid from the body while maintaining potassium levels.
Quick Tips
Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet helps remove excess water from your body. Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate. It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may cause excessive urine production, dehydration, and low electrolyte levels. Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that doesn't go away. Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood pressure, kidney function, and the level of salts such as potassium and sodium in your blood while you're taking this medication.
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Frequently asked questions
Can the use of Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady, or lightheaded) in some patients. If you experience dizziness or lightheadedness, it is recommended to rest for some time and resume once you feel better. Avoid driving or operating machinery.
Can the use of Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet cause gout?
Yes, Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet can cause gout. The medication contains torasemide, which can increase blood uric acid levels by increasing its absorption from the kidneys. Increased uric acid levels can trigger a gout attack. Inform your doctor if you have hyperuricemia (excess of uric acid in blood) or a history of gout before taking this medicine. Use of Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet should be avoided in patients with gout.
Can the use of Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet cause dehydration (excessive loss of fluid)?
Yes, the use of Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet can cause dehydration (excessive loss of fluid). Patients may experience symptoms such as dry mouth, thirst, drowsiness, restlessness, muscle pain, weakness, tiredness, decreased blood pressure (hypotension), decreased urination (oliguria), increased heart rate (tachycardia), nausea, and vomiting. Inform your doctor if you experience persistent problems while taking this medicine.
Can the use of Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium levels)?
Yes, Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium levels), particularly in patients with underlying kidney disease or those taking excessive potassium in their diet. High potassium levels can lead to fatal heart problems. It is crucial to get regular electrolyte and kidney function tests while taking this medicine.
What are the contraindications to the use of Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet?
The use of Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet should be avoided in patients with hypersensitivity to torasemide, sulfonylureas, or spironolactone, or any other ingredient of the product. Additionally, this medicine should not be used in patients with anuria, acute renal insufficiency, hepatic coma and pre-coma, low blood pressure (hypotension), cardiac arrhythmias, patients taking aminoglycosides or cephalosporins, kidney dysfunction due to drugs that cause renal damage, patients with high potassium levels (hyperkalemia), Addison's disease, and in children with moderate to severe renal impairment.
What is the storage condition for the Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Ensure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.
What is Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet?
Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet is a fixed-dose combination of torasemide (a loop diuretic) and spironolactone (an antagonist of aldosterone). Both are diuretics that help remove excess fluid from the body. This combination is advised for patients with congestive heart failure (heart failure leading to fluid accumulation in the lung and rest of the body), nephrotic syndrome (a kidney disorder), liver cirrhosis with fluid retention (edema) and swelling of the abdomen (ascites).
Is it safe to use Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet?
Yes, Torsepure SP 50mg/10mg Tablet is generally safe to use in most patients. However, some patients may experience common side effects such as dizziness, dehydration, decreased sodium level in blood, breast enlargement in males, decreased magnesium level in blood, decreased calcium level in blood, and increased blood uric acid. Inform your doctor if you experience any persistent problem while taking this medicine.
