Torsilife 40 Tablet
Manufacturer
Intra Life
Salt Composition
Torasemide (40mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Torsilife 40 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
Torsilife 40 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. Torsilife 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Torsilife 40 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 Torsilife 40 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 Torsilife 40 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.
Related Medicines
Dytor-40 Tablet
Torget 40 Tablet
Tide-40 Tablet
Torpres 40mg Tablet
Torsip 40mg Tablet
Torstar 40mg Tablet
Torvel 40mg Tablet
Orinator 40 Tablet
Nephtor 40 Tablet
Diretor 40mg Tablet
Frequently asked questions
Does Torsilife 40 Tablet raise blood sugar?
Yes, Torsilife 40 Tablet may cause a rise in blood sugar levels, leading to hyperglycemia. It is crucial to closely monitor your blood glucose levels while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Torsilife 40 Tablet?
Common side effects include headache, dizziness, dehydration, constipation, decreased blood pressure, and stomach upset. Serious side effects may involve dehydration and electrolyte imbalances, rapid weight loss, vomiting blood, chest pain, difficulty breathing or swallowing, blisters or peeling skin, hives, rash, and itching. If you experience any of these symptoms, seek immediate medical attention.
Does Torsilife 40 Tablet increase creatinine?
Yes, Torsilife 40 Tablet may cause a mild increase in creatinine levels. This impact is greater when used long-term, but creatinine levels will return to their baseline once treatment is discontinued.
Does Torsilife 40 Tablet cause loss of potassium?
Torsilife 40 Tablet may not directly cause potassium loss. However, its use can lead to excess water loss which might result in dehydration and subsequent potassium loss, sodium, calcium, and magnesium loss.
My blood pressure is controlled now. Can I stop taking Torsilife 40 Tablet?
Do not abruptly discontinue Torsilife 40 Tablet without consulting your doctor. Stopping the medication might not fully counteract the effect you've achieved, and your condition could revert to its previous state.
How should Torsilife 40 Tablet be taken?
Take Torsilife 40 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is generally recommended to take it once daily, preferably at the same time each day. Torsilife 40 Tablet can cause increased urination and therefore it should be taken in the morning.
Is Torsilife 40 Tablet stronger than furosemide?
Both Torsilife 40 Tablet and furosemide possess a similar level of safety and efficacy. The main difference lies in their duration of action; Torsilife 40 Tablet exhibits longer-lasting effects compared to furosemide.
How long does it take for Torsilife 40 Tablet to show its effects?
Torsilife 40 Tablet starts working within an hour after ingestion and the effect can last up to 6-8 hours when taken orally.
