Ranmide 10mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Torasemide (10mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Ambreyo Lifesciences |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Ranmide 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called diuretics or water tablets. It is used to reduce the swelling (edema) caused by too much water in the body in people who have heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. Ranmide 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.
Ranmide 10mg Tablet is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced.
Does Ranmide 10mg Tablet raise blood sugar?
Yes, Ranmide 10mg Tablet can cause an increase in blood glucose levels, potentially leading to hyperglycemia. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Ranmide 10mg Tablet?
Common side effects include headache, dizziness, dehydration, constipation, decreased blood pressure, and stomach upset. Serious side effects may include severe dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, rapid or excessive weight loss, vomiting blood, chest pain, difficulty breathing or swallowing, blistering skin, hives, rash, itching. If any of these occur, consult your doctor immediately.
Does Ranmide 10mg Tablet increase creatinine?
Yes, Ranmide 10mg Tablet may cause a minor elevation in creatinine levels depending on the dosage. Long-term use may result in more pronounced increases. However, once treatment is discontinued, creatinine values typically return to their baseline.
Does Ranmide 10mg Tablet cause potassium loss?
Ranmide 10mg Tablet itself doesn't directly lead to potassium loss. However, in some cases, its use may result in excess fluid loss (dehydration), which can subsequently lead to potassium loss along with sodium, calcium, and magnesium.
Can I stop taking Ranmide 10mg Tablet without consulting my doctor?
It is strongly advised not to stop taking Ranmide 10mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Abruptly stopping treatment may lead to fluctuations in blood pressure and potentially exacerbate the underlying condition. Discuss your dosage needs with your doctor.
How should I take Ranmide 10mg Tablet?
Take Ranmide 10mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Ideally, it is taken once daily at the same time each day. Note that this medication can cause increased urination; therefore, consider taking it in the morning to minimize potential urinary side effects.
Is Ranmide 10mg Tablet stronger than furosemide?
Ranmide 10mg Tablet and furosemide share a similar profile regarding safety and effectiveness. The primary difference lies in their duration of action: Ranamide's effect is more prolonged compared to furosemide. Both medications begin working within an hour after consumption.
How long does it take for Ranmide 10mg Tablet to work?
Ranmide 10mg Tablet begins working within one hour of ingestion. Its effects generally last approximately six to eight hours when administered 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. Ranmide 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 Ranmide 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 Ranmide 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 Ranmide 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Ranmide 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
Ranmide 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.
