Description
Torasemid SANDOZ (torasemide) Tablets 50 mg. №20
Ingredients
- Each tablet contains 50 mg of torasemide.
Dosage
- The usual starting dose is 5-10 mg once daily.
- Dosage may be adjusted based on individual response.
Indications
- Torasemid SANDOZ is indicated for the treatment of edema associated with congestive heart failure, renal disease, or hepatic disease.
Contraindications
- Do not use Torasemid SANDOZ in patients with anuria, hepatic coma, or known hypersensitivity to torasemide.
Directions
- Take Torasemid SANDOZ exactly as prescribed.
- It is usually taken orally with or without food.
Scientific Evidence
- Torasemide, a loop diuretic, inhibits the Na-K-Cl symporter in the ascending loop of Henle, leading to increased sodium and water excretion.
- Studies show effectiveness in reducing edema and improving heart failure symptoms.
Additional Information
- Torasemid SANDOZ is well-tolerated with common side effects like hypokalemia, hypotension, and dizziness.
- Regular electrolyte monitoring is crucial during treatment.
- Pharmacologically, torasemide has a longer duration of action than other loop diuretics, making it preferable for fluid overload conditions.
- Efficacy in reducing hospitalizations and improving heart failure patient quality of life is supported by clinical trials.
- Comparative studies suggest advantages over furosemide in bioavailability and duration of action, allowing for once-daily dosing and better symptom control.
