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Torsinex 20 mg Tablet
Torasemide (20mg)
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Torsinex 20 mg Tablet is used for treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Treatment of Edema.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Torasemide (20mg)
Available variants: tablet 20 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹80 (₹8.02 per tablet)
MRP: ₹84
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: MICRO LABS
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Torsinex 20 mg Tablet in Bangladesh
4 brands registered in Bangladesh with the same salt, strength and form.
- DilastIncepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- DytorUnimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Torsem 20Opsonin Pharma Limited
- Torsid 20Square Lifesciences Limited, Pabna
Brand names differ between countries. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor in Bangladesh before switching. We don't sell or ship these brands. Source: Directorate General of Drug Administration, Bangladesh.
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Same salt, different brand — what does that mean?
A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Torsinex 20 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 Torsinex 20 mg Tablet
Torsinex 20 mg Tablet contains Torasemide (20mg). It belongs to the Water tablet class of medicines.
Uses of Torsinex 20 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
- occurs when the force of blood against the artery walls is consistently too high
- putting strain on the heart and blood vessels. Torsinex 20 Tablet helps control blood pressure by eliminating excess salt and water from the body
- reducing the overall volume of fluid in the bloodstream. This lowers the pressure on the heart and arteries
- helping prevent complications such as stroke
- heart attack
- and kidney damage. In Treatment of Edema Edema is swelling caused by the accumulation of excess fluid in the body
- often affecting the legs
- ankles
- or lungs due to problems with the heart
- kidneys
- or liver. Torsinex 20 Tablet helps the body remove extra salt and water through urine
- effectively reducing this swelling. Easing fluid overload helps relieve discomfort
- improve mobility
- and help patients breathe more easily. When used regularly as prescribed
- it helps prevent further fluid accumulation
- allowing patients to feel lighter
- more active
- and more comfortable in their daily lives. Show More
How Torsinex 20 mg Tablet works
Torsinex 20 Tablet contains torsemide, a loop diuretic that works by blocking the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the kidneys. This action increases urine production, helping the body eliminate excess salt and water. As a result, it reduces fluid buildup in tissues (edema) and decreases blood volume, which helps lower blood pressure and reduce the workload on the heart.
How to take Torsinex 20 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. Torsinex 20 Tablet may be taken with or without 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 Torsinex 20 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 Torsinex 20 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Torsinex are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
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 Torsinex 20 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Breast feeding CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Alcohol | Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Driving | Driving UNSAFE |
| Kidney | Kidney CAUTION |
| Liver | Liver CAUTION |
| 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 Torsinex 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 Torsinex 20 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 Torsinex 20 mg Tablet
Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate. Monitor your blood pressure after starting Torsinex 20 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 a potassium-rich diet (such as bananas, spinach, or coconut water) as Torsinex 20 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.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- MICRO LABS
- Therapeutic class:
- CARDIAC
- Drug class:
- Water tablet
- Chemical class:
- Pyridinesulfonamides
Substitutes for Torsinex 20 mg Tablet
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| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Torsinex 20 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torpres 20 TabletALNICHE LIFE SCIENCES | tablet · 10`S | ₹50 | 38% cheaper |
| Torcel 20 mg TabletCELERA PHARMA PRVT LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹59 | 27% cheaper |
| Meltor 20 mg TabletCENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS LTD` | tablet · 10`S | ₹93 | 16% more |
| Retorlix 20 mg TabletLUPIN LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹100 | 25% more |
| Dytor Md 20 mg TabletCIPLA LIMITED | tablet · 10`S | ₹199 | 148% more |
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Torsinex 20 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Torsinex 20 mg Tablet used for?
Torsinex 20 mg Tablet is commonly used for Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Treatment of Edema. 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 Torsinex 20 mg Tablet?
Torsinex 20 mg Tablet contains Torasemide (20mg). 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 Torsinex 20 mg Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Torsinex 20 mg Tablet work?
Torsinex 20 Tablet contains torsemide, a loop diuretic that works by blocking the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the kidneys.
Is Torsinex 20 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Torsinex 20 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 Torsinex 20 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Torsinex are Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them. 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 Torsinex 20 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Torsinex.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Torsinex 20 mg Tablet?
Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
What if I miss a dose of Torsinex 20 mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Torsinex 20 Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Torsinex 20 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Torsinex 20 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Torsinex 20 mg Tablet?
Torpres 20 Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹50 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 Torsinex 20 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Torsinex 20 mg Tablet starts at ₹80 (MRP ₹84) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 20 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Torsinex 20 mg Tablet?
Torsinex 20 mg Tablet is manufactured by MICRO LABS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Torsinex 20 mg Tablet delivered?
Torsinex 20 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.
Torsinex 20 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Torasemide (20mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹80 (₹8.02 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹84
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- MICRO LABS
- Manufacturer
- MICRO LABS
- Therapeutic class
- CARDIAC
- Drug class
- Water tablet
- Chemical class
- Pyridinesulfonamides
- Action class
- Loop Diuretics
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 20 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- 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 Torsinex 20 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.