Dose adjustment in renal impairment
Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.
Leaflet TRIFAS 10mg tablets
- Product code:
- W43367001
- Quantity:
- 30
- Indicated for:
- hypertension
- Route of administration:
- oral
- Substance:
- torasemide (diuretic)
- ATC
- C03CA04 — Cardiovascular system | High-ceiling diuretics | Sulfonamides, plain
Precautions:
Hypotension / fall risk
May lower blood pressure and increase the risk of falls.
Requires periodic laboratory tests
Periodic laboratory tests may be required during treatment.
Electrolyte disturbances
This medicine may change blood electrolyte levels.
Torasemide is a loop diuretic used in the treatment of hypertension and edema associated with heart failure, renal failure, or liver cirrhosis. It works by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the loop of Henle in the kidneys, increasing the excretion of water and electrolytes.
Torasemide is administered orally, usually once daily, with the dose adjusted based on the patient's response and the severity of the condition. Compared to other loop diuretics, torasemide has a longer duration of action and a favorable safety profile.
Common side effects include hypokalemia, hyponatremia, dizziness, headache, and fatigue. In rare cases, severe adverse reactions such as dehydration, renal failure, or allergic reactions may occur. Regular monitoring of electrolytes and renal function is essential during treatment.
Torasemide is an effective therapeutic option for managing edema and hypertension, contributing to symptom relief and improved quality of life for patients.
Torasemide is administered orally, usually once daily, with the dose adjusted based on the patient's response and the severity of the condition. Compared to other loop diuretics, torasemide has a longer duration of action and a favorable safety profile.
Common side effects include hypokalemia, hyponatremia, dizziness, headache, and fatigue. In rare cases, severe adverse reactions such as dehydration, renal failure, or allergic reactions may occur. Regular monitoring of electrolytes and renal function is essential during treatment.
Torasemide is an effective therapeutic option for managing edema and hypertension, contributing to symptom relief and improved quality of life for patients.
General data about TRIFAS 10mg
- Substance:
- torasemide
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-07-2013
- Product code:
- W43367001
- Concentration:
- 10mg
- Pharmaceutical form:
- tablets
- Quantity:
- 30
- Product type:
- Original
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Pharmaceutical forms available for torasemide
Concentrations available for torasemide
- 10mg
- 200mg
- 20mg
- 5mg