Torkast-FX Tablet is taken with or
without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose
you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the
medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your
doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may
come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know
about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be
affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects include
nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, skin rash, flu-like symptoms, and headache.
Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your
doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side
effects. This medicine may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not
drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this
medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine
as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication
or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have
plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking
this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering
from liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you
are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.