Orsamide 10mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Torasemide (10mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Taswin Pharma Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Orsamide 10mg Tablet is a diuretic used to reduce swelling caused by too much water in the body in people with heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. It is also used to treat high blood pressure. Orsamide 10mg Tablet helps your body get rid of extra water and salt through urine. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines as per the dose advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food and should be taken at the same time each day. It is best to avoid taking this medicine within 4 hours of your bedtime to prevent having to get up at night to urinate. It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well. If you stop taking it without consulting your doctor, your condition may worsen. Lifestyle changes like reducing stress, restricting salt intake, and stopping smoking may help this medication work better.
Orsamide 10mg Tablet is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced.
Does Orsamide 10mg Tablet raise blood sugar?
Yes, Orsamide 10mg Tablet may cause a rise in blood glucose levels, which can lead to hyperglycemia. It is important to monitor blood glucose levels while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Orsamide 10mg Tablet?
Common side effects include headache, dizziness, dehydration, constipation, decreased blood pressure, and stomach upset. Serious side effects can occur, such as dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, rapid or excessive weight loss, vomiting blood, chest pain, difficulty breathing or swallowing, blisters or peeling skin, hives, rash, and itching. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of these symptoms.
Does Orsamide 10mg Tablet increase creatinine?
Yes, Orsamide 10mg Tablet may cause a slight increase in creatinine levels. The extent of this increase can vary depending on the dosage taken and the duration of treatment.
Does Orsamide 10mg Tablet cause loss of potassium?
Orsamide 10mg Tablet may not directly lead to potassium loss. However, its use may result in increased water loss, potentially causing a decrease in potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium levels.
Can I stop taking Orsamide 10mg Tablet without consulting my doctor?
No, do not discontinue Orsamide 10mg Tablet without first discussing it with your healthcare provider. Stopping the medication abruptly may not adequately manage blood pressure and could potentially worsen your condition.
How should Orsamide 10mg Tablet be taken?
Take Orsamide 10mg Tablet exactly as directed by your healthcare provider. Generally, it is recommended to take one tablet daily, preferably at the same time each day. Note that Orsamide 10mg Tablet can cause excessive urination, so consider taking it in the morning.
Is Orsamide 10mg Tablet stronger than furosemide?
Both Orsamide 10mg Tablet and furosemide are effective for lowering blood pressure. However, Orsamide 10mg Tablet typically offers longer-lasting effects compared to furosemide.
How long does it take for Orsamide 10mg Tablet to show its effect?
Orsamide 10mg Tablet begins working within an hour after oral ingestion. The effect lasts around 6-8 hours when taken orally.
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. Orsamide 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
- Monitor your blood pressure after starting Orsamide 10mg 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 potassium-rich diet (banana, spinach, coconut water, etc.) as Orsamide 10mg 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.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Orsamide 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Orsamide 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Orsamide 10mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
