Examide Torsemide 5 mg – 30 Tablets

EXAMIDE ( TORSEMIDE ) 5MG 30TAB is a diuretic medication used to treat swelling caused by the accumulation of excess water in the body.

Examide Ingredients

Each tablet contains 5 mg of the active ingredient "Torsemide," a diuretic (water pill) used to treat edema (swelling).

What are Torsemide tablets used for?

Torsemide tablets are used to treat swelling (edema) resulting from the accumulation of excessive amounts of water in the body by stimulating the kidneys to increase urine output.

How to Take Torsemide 5 mg?

• The doctor determines the appropriate dosage based on the patient's medical condition.

• The standard dose is 5 mg once daily; however, the doctor may increase the dose up to 20 mg daily if necessary.

Side Effects of Examide

Examide may cause some side effects, including:

• Hypovolemia (decreased blood volume).

• Hyponatremia (low sodium levels in the blood).

• Headache and dizziness.

• Gastrointestinal (digestive) disturbances.

• Fatigue/Exhaustion.

Contraindications

Examide tablets should not be used in cases of:

• Hypersensitivity to Torsemide or any of its ingredients.

• Allergy to similar medications, such as Sulfonylureas (diabetes medications like Glipizide).

• Renal (kidney) failure.

• Kidney problems caused by medications.

• Liver problems.

• Low blood volume (hypovolemia) or low blood pressure (hypotension).

• Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat).

• Concurrent use of certain antibiotics, such as Aminoglycosides or Cephalosporins.

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Warnings and Precautions

Caution should be exercised before taking Examide, especially in cases of:

• Electrolyte imbalance, such as low potassium (hypokalemia) or low sodium (hyponatremia) levels in the blood.

• Difficulty urinating, such as in cases of prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate).

• Diabetes.

Drug Interactions

Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all other medications you are taking before using Examide, especially:

• High blood pressure medications (Antihypertensives).

• Digoxin.

• Medications for low blood pressure.

• Aspirin and Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs).

• Steroids.

• Muscle relaxants.

• Cisplatin.

• Lithium.

• Laxatives.

Storage and Handling

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Store in a cool, dry place.

• Do not use the medication after the expiration date.