Torway 20mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Allysia Lifesciences Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Torasemide (20mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Torway 20mg 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
Torway 20mg 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.
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. Torway 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Torway 20mg 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 Torway 20mg 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 Torway 20mg 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 Torway 20mg Tablet raise blood sugar?
Yes, Torway 20mg Tablet may cause a rise in blood sugar levels leading to hyperglycemia. It is important to monitor your blood glucose regularly during treatment with Torway 20mg Tablet.
What are the potential side effects of Torway 20mg Tablet?
Common side effects include headache, dizziness, dehydration, constipation, and decreased blood pressure. Serious side effects may occur and include dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, rapid or excessive weight loss, vomiting blood, chest pain, difficulty breathing or swallowing, blisters or peeling skin, hives, rash, itching. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these.
Does Torway 20mg Tablet increase creatinine?
Yes, Torway 20mg Tablet can cause a slight rise in creatinine levels, depending on the dosage used. These increases may become more pronounced with long-term use. However, creatinine levels return to their baseline after discontinuation of treatment.
Does Torway 20mg Tablet cause potassium loss?
Torway 20mg Tablet itself does not directly lead to potassium loss. However, in some cases, its use can result in excess water loss, which may lead to dehydration and subsequently a loss of potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium.
Should I stop taking Torway 20mg Tablet without consulting my doctor?
Do not discontinue your use of Torway 20mg Tablet without first talking to your healthcare provider. Stopping the medication abruptly may not fully control your blood pressure and could even worsen your condition before treatment.
How should Torway 20mg Tablet be taken?
Take Torway 20mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Generally, it is recommended to take one tablet daily at the same time each day. Be aware that Torway 20mg Tablet can lead to excessive urination and should be taken in the morning.
Is Torway 20mg Tablet stronger than furosemide?
Both Torway 20mg Tablet and furosemide are comparable in terms of safety and effectiveness. The key difference is that Torway 20mg Tablet has a longer duration of action compared to furosemide, with effects beginning within an hour of intake.
How long does it take for Torway 20mg Tablet to show its effect?
Torway 20mg Tablet starts working within an hour of being taken orally and its effect lasts for approximately 6-8 hours when administered orally.
