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Meltor 5 mg Tablet
Torasemide (5mg)
₹48MRP ₹50In stock
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Meltor 5 mg Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of high blood pressure, heart failure and fluid retention.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Torasemide (5mg)
Available variants: tablet 5 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹48 (₹4.76 per tablet)
MRP: ₹50
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS LTD`
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
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A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Meltor 5 mg Tablet. The medicine inside is the same — the brand name, manufacturer and price are what differ.
All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Meltor 5 mg Tablet
Meltor 5 mg Tablet contains Torasemide (5mg). It belongs to the Water tablet class of medicines.
Uses of Meltor 5 mg Tablet
- This medicine is used in the treatment of high blood pressure
- heart failure and fluid retention.
Key benefits
- Relieves swelling and breathlessness caused by fluid
- Long-established blood pressure treatment
- Inexpensive and once daily
How Meltor 5 mg Tablet works
Torasemide helps your kidneys remove surplus salt and water, which reduces swelling and lowers blood pressure.
How to take Meltor 5 mg Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it in the morning. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause severe dehydration, a sharp fall in blood pressure and dangerous salt imbalances. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Meltor 5 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Meltor are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Passing urine more often
- Dizziness on standing up
- Low potassium or sodium
- Muscle cramps
- Raised uric acid
- Thirst
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Meltor 5 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it. |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease. |
| Liver | Consult your doctor if you have liver disease. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Take it in the morning so that passing urine does not disturb your sleep. Your doctor will check your salts and kidney function with blood tests — do not skip them. Report muscle cramps, marked weakness, confusion or an irregular heartbeat; these can be signs your potassium or sodium has fallen. In hot weather or during an illness with vomiting or loose motions, tell your doctor — you may become dehydrated quickly.
Do not take Meltor if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people who are unable to pass urine, or who are severely dehydrated.
Interactions with other medicines
Anti-inflammatory painkillers blunt the effect and can strain the kidneys. Lithium and digoxin levels are affected; tell your doctor if you take either. Potassium-sparing types must not be combined with potassium supplements without supervision.
How to store Meltor 5 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Meltor 5 mg Tablet
Weigh yourself at the same time each day if you have heart failure, and report a rapid gain. Do not add extra salt, and ask before using a potassium-based salt substitute.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS LTD`
- Therapeutic class:
- Diuretic
- Drug class:
- Water tablet
Substitutes for Meltor 5 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Torasemide (5mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Meltor 5 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semitor 5 mg TabletFUSION HEALTH CARE | tablet · 10`S | ₹35 | 26% cheaper |
| Tor - 5 mg TabletIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹37 | 22% cheaper |
| Torget 5 TabletZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹49 | 3% more |
| Retorlix 5 mg TabletLUPIN LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹50 | 5% more |
| Dytor Md 5 mg TabletCIPLA LIMITED | tablet · 10`S | ₹70 | 48% more |
| Dytor 5 TabletCIPLA LIMITED | tablet · 15 Tablet | ₹73 | 54% more |
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Meltor 5 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Meltor 5 mg Tablet used for?
Meltor 5 mg Tablet is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of high blood pressure, heart failure and fluid retention. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Meltor 5 mg Tablet?
Meltor 5 mg Tablet contains Torasemide (5mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Meltor 5 mg Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Meltor 5 mg Tablet work?
Torasemide helps your kidneys remove surplus salt and water, which reduces swelling and lowers blood pressure.
Is Meltor 5 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Meltor 5 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Meltor 5 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Meltor are Passing urine more often, Dizziness on standing up, Low potassium or sodium, Muscle cramps, Raised uric acid. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Meltor 5 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Meltor.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Meltor 5 mg Tablet?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Meltor 5 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Meltor 5 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Meltor 5 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Meltor 5 mg Tablet?
Semitor 5 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹35 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Meltor 5 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Meltor 5 mg Tablet starts at ₹48 (MRP ₹50) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 5 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Meltor 5 mg Tablet?
Meltor 5 mg Tablet is manufactured by CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS LTD`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Meltor 5 mg Tablet delivered?
Meltor 5 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Meltor 5 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Torasemide (5mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹48 (₹4.76 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹50
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS LTD`
- Manufacturer
- CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS LTD`
- Therapeutic class
- Diuretic
- Drug class
- Water tablet
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 5 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Meltor 5 mg Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Meltor 5 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.