Torsid Plus 10/50 mg Tablet

Composition of Torsid Plus 10/50 mg Tablet

Torsid Plus 10/50 mg Tablet contains Spironolactone (50mg) + Torasemide (10mg). It belongs to the Potassium-sparing diuretic and Water tablet class of medicines.

Uses of Torsid Plus 10/50 mg Tablet

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Treatment of Edema

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Hypertension
• or high blood pressure
• puts extra strain on the heart and blood vessels
• increasing the risk of serious health problems. Torsid Plus 10/50 Tablet helps lower blood pressure by removing excess fluid and relaxing the blood vessels
• which eases the workload on the heart. It helps effective blood pressure control while minimizing potassium loss
• promoting better heart health
• and overall well-being. In Treatment of Edema Edema is the buildup of excess fluid in the body
• often caused by heart
• kidney
• or liver problems
• leading to swelling in the legs
• ankles
• or abdomen. Torsid Plus 10/50 Tablet helps reduce this swelling by increasing urine production and removing excess salt and water from the body. The medicine helps balanced fluid removal while maintaining important electrolyte levels
• relieving discomfort
• and improving mobility and breathing. Show More

How Torsid Plus 10/50 mg Tablet works

Torsid 10 Tablet is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced. In doing so, it causes potassium loss.

How to take Torsid Plus 10/50 mg Tablet

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. Torsid Plus 10/50 Tablet should be taken with or after food.

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

If you miss a dose of Torsid Plus 10/50 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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 Torsid Plus 10/50 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Torsid Plus 10/50 mg are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Weakness Dehydration Decreased potassium level in blood Increased blood uric acid Decreased magnesium level in blood

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 Torsid Plus 10/50 mg Tablet

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. This water tablet KEEPS potassium rather than losing it. Do not take potassium supplements or potassium-based salt substitutes with it unless your doctor has specifically told you to. Report muscle weakness, numbness or an irregular heartbeat — these can be signs potassium has risen too high. Breast tenderness or enlargement can occur in men; tell your doctor if it troubles you.

Do not take Torsid Plus 10/50 mg 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 Torsid Plus 10/50 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 Torsid Plus 10/50 mg Tablet

Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate. It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood pressure, kidney function, and the level of salts such as potassium and sodium in your blood while you're taking this medication.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD

Therapeutic class:

CARDIAC

Drug class:

Potassium-sparing diuretic and Water tablet