Examide 20 mg 20 tablets

Examide 20 mg 20 tablets

Composition:

Each tablet contains:
Torsemide 20 mg
Excipients:
Microcrystalline cellulose, Cellactose, Povidone K30, Croscarmellose sodium, Magnesium stearate.

Description:

Examide is a loop diuretic used to treat edema of various origins.
It promotes excretion of sodium and water, helping reduce fluid retention and improve symptoms in heart failure.

Indications for Use:

Edema due to congestive heart failure.
Hepatic edema.
Renal edema.
Pulmonary edema.

Dosage and Method of Administration:

Adults:
Usual dose: 5 mg once daily.
If necessary, dose may be increased stepwise up to 20 mg once daily.
In some cases, doses up to 40 mg daily may be used.

Contraindications:

Renal failure with anuria.
Hepatic coma or pre-coma.
Hypotension.
Hypovolemia.
Pregnancy and lactation.
Hypersensitivity to torsemide or sulfonylureas.
Cardiac arrhythmias.
Concomitant therapy with aminoglycosides or cephalosporins.
Drug-induced renal impairment.

Precautions:

Correct electrolyte imbalance before treatment.
Monitor during long-term therapy:
Electrolytes, Glucose, Uric acid, Creatinine, Lipids.
Use caution in patients with:
Diabetes.
Hyperuricemia or gout.
Prostatic hypertrophy.
Urinary retention risk.
Avoid driving if dizziness occurs.

Side Effects:

Common:
Headache.
Dizziness.
Muscle cramps.
Fatigue.
Gastrointestinal disturbances.

Possible:
Electrolyte imbalance.
Hypotension.
Increased glucose and uric acid.
Allergic skin reactions.
Blood disorders.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:

Contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation.

Storage Conditions:

Store below 30°C in a dry place.
Keep out of reach of children

Packaging:

Carton box containing 2 blisters of 10 tablets with leaflet.