Zator 10 Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Torasemide (10mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Zator 10 Tablet is a diuretic medicine 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. Zator 10 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.
Zator 10 Tablet is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced.
Does Zator 10 Tablet increase blood sugar levels?
Yes, Zator 10 Tablet may cause hyperglycemia by raising blood sugar levels. It is essential to monitor your blood glucose levels during treatment with Zator 10 Tablet.
What are the potential side effects of Zator 10 Tablet?
Common side effects include headache, dizziness, dehydration, constipation, decreased blood pressure, and stomach upset. However, serious side effects 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 require immediate medical attention.
Does Zator 10 Tablet increase creatinine levels?
Yes, Zator 10 Tablet may cause a mild increase in creatinine values, which may be more pronounced with long-term use. However, these levels typically return to normal after discontinuation of treatment.
Can Zator 10 Tablet cause loss of potassium?
While Zator 10 Tablet itself does not directly cause potassium loss, its use can lead to dehydration and excess loss of water, which may result in the loss of essential electrolytes like potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium.
Can I stop taking Zator 10 Tablet if my blood pressure is controlled?
Do not discontinue Zator 10 Tablet without consulting your doctor. Stopping the medication may lead to a relapse of high blood pressure or other complications. Discuss your treatment plan with your doctor to determine the best course of action.
How should I take Zator 10 Tablet?
Take Zator 10 Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor, usually once daily at the same time each day. Its diuretic effect may cause increased urination, so it is recommended to take it in the morning.
Is Zator 10 Tablet stronger than furosemide?
Both Zator 10 Tablet and furosemide have similar safety profiles and effectiveness. The primary difference lies in their duration of action, with Zator 10 Tablet lasting longer but starting to act within an hour of intake.
How long does it take for Zator 10 Tablet to show its effects?
Zator 10 Tablet starts acting within an hour of oral administration and its effect lasts for approximately 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. Zator 10 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 Zator 10 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 as Zator 10 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 Zator 10 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Zator 10 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
Zator 10 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.
