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Torsemed

Torsemed

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How to use Torsemed

LEAFLET INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE: INFORMATION FOR THE PATIENT

Warning! Keep the leaflet, the information on the immediate packaging is in a foreign language!

Torsemed (Torasemid HEXAL 10 mg Tablets)

10 mg, tablets

Torasemidum
Torsemed and Torasemid HEXAL 10 mg Tablets are different trade names for the same medicine.

You should carefully read the contents of the leaflet before taking the medicine, as it contains important information for the patient.

You should keep this leaflet so that you can read it again if you need to.
In case of any further doubts, you should consult a doctor or pharmacist.
This medicine has been prescribed to a specific person. Do not pass it on to others. The medicine may harm another person, even if their illness symptoms are the same.
If the patient experiences any side effects, including any side effects not listed in this leaflet, they should tell their doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.
See section 4.

Table of contents of the leaflet:

  • 1. What is Torsemed and what is it used for
  • 2. Important information before taking Torsemed
  • 3. How to take Torsemed
  • 4. Possible side effects
  • 5. How to store Torsemed
  • 6. Contents of the package and other information

1. What is Torsemed and what is it used for

Torsemed is used to treat:
swelling caused by excess fluid in the body.
Torsemed is a diuretic, a medicine that increases urine production.

2. Important information before taking Torsemed

When not to take Torsemed

In case of allergyto:

  • - torasemideor any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6) -similar medicines called "sulfonylurea derivatives", used to treat high blood sugar, containing active substances with names ending in "-mid" in case of kidney failure, with insufficient urine production in case of severe liver dysfunction, with loss of consciousness in case of low blood pressurein case of reduced blood volumeduring breastfeedingin case of low potassium or sodium levels in the bloodin case of severe urinary tract disorders, e.g. due to prostate enlargement in case of goutin case of irregular heart rhythm

In case of taking medicines used to treat infections, such as cefixime, cefuroxime, cefaclor, cefalexin, cefadroxil, cefpodoxime proxetil, kanamycin, neomycin, gentamicin, amikacin, or tobramycin
In case of kidney function disorderscaused by medicines that damage the kidneys.

Warnings and precautions

If any of the above situations apply to the patient, they should discuss this with their doctor before starting to take Torsemed:
acid-base balance disorders
blood morphology disorders
diabetes
use of lithium, a medicine used to treat depression
If the patient is continuously taking Torsemed, their doctor will regularly prescribe blood tests, especially if the patient is also taking other medicines, has diabetes, or has an irregular heart rhythm.

Children and adolescents

Torsemed is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

Torsemed and other medicines

The patient should tell their doctor or pharmacistabout all medicines they are currently taking or have recently taken, as well as any medicines they plan to take.
The following medicines may affect the action of Torsemed and vice versa:
medicines used to treat high blood pressure, especially those containing active substances with names ending in "-pril"
medicines that increase the heart's ability to pump blood, such as digitoxin, digoxin, or methyldigoxin
medicines used to treat diabetes
probenecid(a medicine used to treat gout)
medicines used to treat inflammation and pain, such as acetylsalicylic acid or indomethacin
sulfasalazine, mesalazine, or olsalazine(medicines used to treat chronic inflammatory bowel diseases)
medicines used to treat infections, such as cefixime, cefuroxime, cefaclor, cefalexin, cefadroxil, cefpodoxime proxetil, kanamycin, neomycin, gentamicin, amikacin, or tobramycin
platinum compounds, such as cisplatin (a medicine used to treat cancer)
lithium(a medicine used to treat depression)
theophylline(a medicine used to treat asthma)
some muscle relaxantswith names ending in "-curonium" or "-curium"
all laxatives
medicines containingcorticosteroid derivatives, such as hydrocortisone, prednisone, or prednisolone
cholestyramine(a medicine used to reduce blood fat levels)
adrenalineor noradrenaline(medicines used to increase blood pressure or accelerate heart rate)
warfarin, a medicine used to treat blood clots.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding, thinks they may be pregnant, or plans to become pregnant, they should consult their doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine.

Pregnancy

Torsemed can be used during pregnancy only if the doctor considers it absolutely necessary. In such cases, the smallest possible doseshould be used.

Breastfeeding

Torsemed should not be usedin breastfeeding women, as it may harm the baby.

Driving and operating machinery

While taking Torsemed, dizziness or drowsiness may occur, especially at the beginning of treatment, when increasing the dose, changing the medicine, starting to take an additional medicine, or consuming alcohol. In case of impaired concentration, the patient should not drive vehicles or operate machinery.

Torsemed contains lactose monohydrate

The medicine contains sugar lactose. If the patient has previously been diagnosed with intolerance to some sugars, they should contact their doctor before taking this medicine.

3. How to take Torsemed

This medicine should always be taken as directed by the doctor. In case of doubts, the patient should consult their doctor or pharmacist.
The recommended doseis:
Treatment of swelling caused by excess fluid in the body
½ tablet (5 mg) once a day
If necessary, the doctor may gradually increase the dose to 2 tablets (20 mg) once a day.

Dividing the tablet

The tablet can be divided into equal doses.

Tablet on a flat surface with a score line facing up, two arrows indicating pressure with fingers from the left and right side of the score line

Place the tablet on a hard, flat surface, with the score line facing up.
Press one finger on the left and another on the right side of one of the score lines and divide the tablet into halves.

Use in children and adolescents

Due to insufficient experience with the use of torasemide in children and adolescents, Torsemed is not recommended for patients under 18 years of age.

Liver function disorders (except in severe cases)

Treatment requires caution due to the possibility of increased torasemide levels in the blood.

Method of administration

Tablets should be taken every morning, regardless of meals, without chewing, with 100 ml of water (about half a glass).

Duration of treatment

The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor. Torsemed may be used continuously for several years or until the swelling (excess fluid in the tissues) subsides.

Taking a higher dose of Torsemed than recommended

The patient should immediately contact their doctor.
Overdose may cause excessive urine production, drowsiness, confusion, weakness, dizziness, low blood pressure, circulatory collapse, or stomach upset.
The patient should take the remaining tablets and the packaging of the medicine to facilitate identification of the taken medicine.

Missing a dose of Torsemed

The patient should take the missed dose as soon as possible on the same day or take the next dose at the usual time the next day. The patient should not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Stopping Torsemed treatment

The patient should not stop taking Torsemed without their doctor's consent, as this may cause harmful effects and reduce the effectiveness of the treatment.
In case of any further doubts about the use of this medicine, the patient should consult their doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, Torsemed can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Side effects may occur with the following frequency:

Common(may occur in less than 1 in 10 people)
disorders of water and mineral balance in the body, especially with restricted salt intake
increased alkalinity in the body
muscle cramps
increased levels of uric acid, sugar, and fats in the blood
decreased levels of potassium and sodium in the blood
decreased blood volume
gastrointestinal disorders, such as loss of appetite, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation
increased activity of certain liver enzymes, such as gamma-GT
headaches
dizziness
feeling of tiredness
weakness
Uncommon(may occur in less than 1 in 100 people)
increased levels of urea and creatinine in the blood
dryness in the mouth
feeling of tingling or numbness in the hands and feet
difficulty urinating (e.g. due to prostate enlargement)
Rare(may occur in less than 1 in 10,000 people)
constriction of blood vessels due to blood thickening
lower than normal blood pressure
circulatory disorders, especially when standing up
irregular heart rhythm
angina pectoris - a condition in which severe chest pain often occurs
heart attack
fainting
pancreatitis
allergic reactions with itching and rash
increased sensitivity of the skin to light
severe skin reactions
decreased number of red and white blood cells and platelets
vision disorders
ringing or buzzing in the ears
hearing loss
Frequency not known: frequency cannot be estimated from the available data
insufficient blood supply to the brain
disorientation (confusion).

Reporting side effects

If the patient experiences any side effects, including any side effects not listed in the leaflet, they should tell their doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. Side effects can be reported directly to the Department of Monitoring of Adverse Reactions to Medicinal Products of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices, and Biocidal Products: Al. Jerozolimskie 181C, 02-222 Warsaw, tel.: + 48 22 49 21301, fax: + 48 22 49 21309,
website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl
By reporting side effects, more information can be collected on the safety of the medicine.

5. How to store Torsemed

The medicine should be stored in a place that is out of sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the packaging. The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month.
Do not store above 25 ° C.

Translation of some abbreviations on the blister pack:

Ch.-B./verwendbar bis: see embossing - Batch number/Expiry date: see embossing (on the blister pack).
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste containers. The patient should ask their pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer needed. This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the package and other information

What Torsemed contains

The active substanceof Torsemed is torasemide. Each tablet contains 10 mg of torasemide.
The other ingredients are: microcrystalline cellulose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, corn starch, anhydrous colloidal silica.

What Torsemed looks like and what the package contains

White or almost white, round tablets with a cross-score line.
PVC/COC/PVDC/Al or Al/Al blisters in a cardboard box.
Package sizes: 30, 60, and 90 tablets.
For more detailed information, the patient should contact the marketing authorization holder or the parallel importer.

Marketing authorization holder in Germany, the country of export:

Hexal AG
Industriestraße 25
83607 Holzkirchen, Germany

Manufacturer:

LEK S.A.
Podlipie 16
95-010 Stryków
Poland
Salutas Pharma GmbH
Otto-von-Guericke-Allee 1
39179 Barleben
Germany

Parallel importer:

Medezin Sp. z o.o.
ul. Zbąszyńska 3
91-342 Łódź

Repackaged by:

Medezin Sp. z o.o.
ul. Zbąszyńska 3
91-342 Łódź
CEFEA Sp. z o.o. Sp. komandytowa
ul. Działkowa 56
02-234 Warsaw
Pharma Innovations Sp. z o.o.
ul. Jagiellońska 76
03-301 Warsaw
Synoptis Industrial Sp. z o.o.
ul. Szosa Bydgoska 58
87-100 Toruń
CANPOLAND SPÓŁKA AKCYJNA
ul. Beskidzka 190
91-610 Łódź
Marketing authorization number in Germany, the country of export:58015.02.00

Parallel import authorization number: 253/22 Date of approval of the leaflet: 14.06.2022

[Information about the trademark]

  • Country of registration
  • Prescription required
    Yes
  • Marketing authorisation holder (MAH)
    Hexal AG

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