Torasemide Biotech 5 / 10 / 20 5 mg / 10 mg / 20 mg Tablets.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 05 February 2024
Clinical Summary
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Indication
Essential hypertension and oedema.
Dosage (summary)
Initiate with 2.5 mg for hypertension; 5 mg for oedema. Max 40 mg/day.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 1 hour, Duration: 6-8 hours
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- ACE inhibitors
- NSAIDs
- Digoxin
- Lithium
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Anuria
- Hepatic coma
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
Common side effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Hypokalaemia
- Gastrointestinal symptoms
Counselling Points
- Take on an empty stomach
- Monitor blood pressure
- Report dizziness or weakness
Serious warnings
- Monitor electrolytes
- Risk of acute urinary retention
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