Retorlix 10mg Injection

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Lupin Ltd
Active Ingredient	Torasemide (10mg)
Salt Synonyms	Torsemide
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Sulphamoyl derivatives
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	CARDIAC
Action Class	High-ceiling Diuretics (Inhibitors of Na+-K+- 2Cl cotransport)
User Rating	4.9
User Reviews	419

FAQ

Does Retorlix 10mg increase creatinine?

Yes, Retorlix 10mg may cause a mild increase in creatinine values depending on the dose you are taking. These increased creatinine levels may increase slightly more when this medicine is used for long term. However, with discontinuation of the treatment, these levels return to their base value.

Is Retorlix 10mg stronger than Furosemide?

Both Retorlix 10mg and furosemide are almost similar in terms of safety and effectiveness. The only difference is that Retorlix 10mg has a longer duration of action in comparison to furosemide but the effect of both starts within an hour of intake.

Does Retorlix 10mg raise blood sugar?

Yes, Retorlix 10mg may raise blood sugar levels causing hyperglycemia. Hence, it is important to keep a track of your blood glucose levels during treatment with Retorlix 10mg.

Does Retorlix 10mg cause loss of potassium?

Retorlix 10mg may not cause direct potassium loss. But, in some cases, its use may cause excess loss of water which may lead to dehydration. This, as a result, may cause loss of potassium, sodium, calcium and magnesium.

What are the side effects of Retorlix 10mg?

The most common side effects of Retorlix 10mg are headache, dizziness, dehydration, constipation, decreased blood pressure and stomach upset. You may also notice some injection site reactions such as swelling, pain and redness. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if the symptoms do not go away or worry you.

What other lifestyle changes should I make while taking Retorlix 10mg?

Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy if you are taking Retorlix 10mg or even if you are not. Stop smoking and taking alcohol as this helps in lowering your blood pressure and helps to prevent heart problems. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and fat-free products. Avoid taking excess salt in your diet and find ways to reduce or manage stress in your life. Practice yoga or meditation or take up a hobby. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also reduces your stress and hence helps in keeping your blood pressure normal. You should consult your doctor if you need any further help to get maximum benefit of Retorlix 10mg and to keep healthy.

What is Retorlix 10mg used for?

Retorlix 10mg is used in emergency conditions to lower very high blood pressure (hypertensive crisis). It lowers and normalizes blood pressure rapidly, thus preventing heart attack or stroke. It also helps to remove excess fluids and electrolytes from the body and reduces swelling (edema) due to fluid retention.

What if you forget to take Retorlix Injection?

If you miss a dose of Retorlix 10mg, consult your doctor.

Retorlix 10mg Injection Reviews

Retorlix 10mg belongs to a group of medicines called diuretics. It is used for the emergency treatment of very high blood pressure (hypertensive crisis), as it reduces the blood pressure immediately. It also rapidly reduces the swelling (edema) caused by too much water in the body.

Retorlix 10mg helps your body get rid of extra water and salt through urine. It is commonly used to treat people with excess fluid build-up due to heart failure, liver or kidney disease. It is injected into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor may monitor your blood pressure after giving this medicine.

Common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, dehydration, and decreased blood pressure. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they bother you or do not go away.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests and electrolyte levels is important while using this medicine.

It may reduce the potassium level in your blood so your doctor may ask you to add potassium-rich foods to your diet (such as bananas, coconut water, etc.) or prescribe supplements. Any medication that is advised by your doctor for the long-term treatment of your underlying condition should be continued even after this emergency injection.

How Retorlix 10mg Injection Works

Retorlix 10mg is a diuretic. It removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced.

How to Use Retorlix 10mg Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benefits of Retorlix 10mg Injection

In Treatment of Edema: Retorlix 10mg works by increasing the amount of urine produced. This helps your body get rid of extra water thereby relieving symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, or abdomen. This will help you go about your daily activities more easily and make you more confident about being active.
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure): Retorlix 10mg lowers blood pressure by removing excess salt and water from your body. Lowering blood pressure makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body and puts you at a lesser risk of having a heart attack or a stroke. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.

Uses of Retorlix 10mg Injection

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Treatment of Edema

Retorlix 10mg Injection Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Retorlix 10mg. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Retorlix 10mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Retorlix 10mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Retorlix 10mg is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease as the use of Retorlix 10mg should be avoided in case you are unable to pass urine or the kidney damage is due to some medicines.

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Retorlix 10mg is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Liver ^CAUTION

Retorlix 10mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Retorlix 10mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Retorlix 10mg 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.

Quick Tips

Take potassium supplements or potassium-rich diet (banana, spinach, coconut water, etc.) as Retorlix 10mg can decrease your potassium levels and lead to dehydration.
It is given as an injection into a vein under the supervision of a doctor.
Consult your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that does not go away.
You may be asked to get regular blood tests done to monitor your kidney function.

References

Opie LH, Victor RG, Kaplan NM. Diuretics. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. p. 98.
Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Torsemide. [Updated 2020 Jan 20].
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 1384.
CiplaMed. Torsemide [Prescribing Information].