TORA 50 Tablet is a medicine used to treat epilepsy (seizures) and to prevent migraines. It is also used in the treatment of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (a rare, but severe form of epilepsy that starts in early childhood).
TORA 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time, each day. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor may cause an increased frequency of seizures. Your doctor may advise regular monitoring of serum bicarbonate levels while you are taking this medicine.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include nausea, taste change, fatigue, diarrhea, weight loss, loss of appetite, and memory impairment. It may also cause vision problems like myopia or glaucoma, so it is important to get your eyesight checked before you start the treatment and regularly thereafter. You may experience dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Please consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.
⦿ Epilepsy
⦿ Mania
⦿ Epilepsy/Seizures
⦿ Lennox–Gastaut syndrome
⦿ Migraine
⦿ Trigeminal neuralgia
⦿ Seizures
➤In Epilepsy/Seizures
TORA 50 Tablet is an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that works by decreasing the nerve impulses which cause the seizures. By controlling the frequency of seizures, it will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence. It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.
➤In Lennox–Gastaut syndrome
Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) is a rare but severe form of epilepsy that usually starts in early childhood. Affected children may experience several different types of seizures. TORA 50 Tablet helps prevent and control these seizures by decreasing the nerve impulses which cause the seizures.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you are worried about them:
Common side effects of TORA 50
⦿ Abdominal pain
⦿ Diarrhea
⦿ Dizziness
⦿ Fatigue
⦿ Fever
⦿ Loss of appetite
⦿ Memory impairment
⦿ Nausea
⦿ Nervousness
⦿ Numbness
⦿ Psychomotor impairment
⦿ Sleepiness
⦿ Speech disorder
⦿ Taste change
⦿ Upper respiratory tract infection
⦿ Visual impairment
⦿ Weight loss
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. TORA 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
TORA 50 Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
1.Alcohol – UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol while taking TORA 50, as it may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and impaired judgment.
2.Pregnancy – CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
TORA 50 are considered unsafe during pregnancy due to definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, in life-threatening situations, a doctor may prescribe them if the benefits outweigh the risks. Always consult your doctor before use.
3.Breastfeeding – CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
These medications are probably unsafe during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggest that Topiramate may pass into breast milk and could potentially harm the baby. Speak with your doctor before use.
4.Driving – UNSAFE
TORA 50 may cause drowsiness, dizziness, and vision problems, reducing alertness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if these symptoms occur.
5.Kidney Disease – USE WITH CAUTION
Patients with kidney disease should use TORA 50 with caution. A dose adjustment may be necessary. Consult your doctor for proper guidance.
6.Liver Disease – USE WITH CAUTION
Patients with liver disease should use TORA 50 with caution. Dose adjustments may be needed. Please consult your doctor before use.
If you miss a dose of TORA 50 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Store at a temperature not exceeding 25 C. Keep in a cool & dry place.
Protect from light & moisture.
Keep Medicine out of reach of children
