Dytor Plus 5 Tablet

Dytor Plus 5 Tablet is used to treat various conditions such as accumulation of excessive of water in the body, accumulation of excessive salts in the body, high blood pressure, heart failure or other heart related disorders, fluid retention in liver or kidney disease, lung swelling, cardiac dysfunction, etc.

The primary working principle for Dytor Plus 5 Tablet relies on active elimination of excess or unrequired water and excessive sodium content from the body by making them leave the body with the passage of urine. The doctor will prescribe your dose taking into consideration your condition and overall medical history.

You should not use Dytor Plus 5 Tablet if you are or have a:

• Kidney, liver or heart disease,
• High levels of potassium,
• An adrenal gland disorder,
• Pregnant, or are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding a baby.

The dosage prescribed to you generally depends on the severity of your condition and how your body reacts to the medicine. It may interfere with your sleeping pattern. In case of patients with edema because of congestive heart failure, the dosage may vary from 10mg - 20mg in a day. Those with renal problems may be prescribed about 20mg daily.

This medication is mostly prescribed for daily consumption and can be taken before or after food. Patients are generally advised not to take this medication for about 4 hours before bedtime, as you may develop the need to urinate frequently in the middle of the night.

Patients with hypertension are generally prescribed about 5mg-10mg of the drug to be taken once a day. This medication should not be discontinued prior to the doctor’s consent. It is primarily because if you stop taking this medication, it can suddenly aggravate your symptoms. This medication is meant for oral consumption and is available in tablet form.

• Edema (Swelling)

• Systemic Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

• Allergy

• Anuria

• Dehydration

• Decreased Magnesium Level In Blood

• Increased Blood Uric Acid

• Breast Enlargement In Male

• Decreased Calcium Level

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is not safe to consume alcohol while using this medication. It can lead to Dizziness, fainting, and lightheadedness.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for pregnant women unless necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is not recommended in breastfeeding women. Short-term application of this medication may not cause any harm to the baby. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Yes, it is safe to drive after applying this medication.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  This medication is not recommended for use in patients suffering from kidney disease or kidney function impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. This risk is higher especially with prolonged use. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

• Does this affect liver function?

  This medication should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from liver function impairment or active liver disease due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of the effect of this drug has not been clinically established.

• What is the onset of action?

  The onset of this drug has not been clinically established.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies have been reported for this medication.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as possible.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult a doctor in case of overdose.

This medication is an antagonist that acts via binding of the receptors at the site of potassium exchange within distal renal tubules. It allows for excretion of excessive amounts of water and sodium. As a result of this action, of this medication has assumed the role of both an antihypertensive and diuretic. Hence, it reduces the blood pressure by inhibiting Na-K-2Cl reabsorption at ascending loop of Henle. This helps in increasing the excretion of water and sodium.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol consumption is not suggested if you are taking this medicine.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Dytor Plus 5 Tablet may interact with the following drugs and products: Anti-diabetic medications, Aspirin, Carbenoxolone, Cephalosporins, Cholestyramine, Cisplatin, Corticosteroids, Digoxin, Indomethacin, Lithium and Probenecid.

• Interaction with Disease

  Consumption of this medication may increase the blood glucose levels. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary.

• Ques : What is Dytor Plus 5 Tablet?

  Ans : Dytor tablet is a medication which has spironolactone and torsemide as active elements present in it.

• Ques : What are the uses of Dytor Plus 5 Tablet?

  Ans : Dytor tablet is used to treat high blood pressure, fluid retention in liver or kidney disease, heart failure, swelling of the lung, high aldosterone levels and low potassium levels.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Dytor Plus 5 Tablet?

  Ans : Dizziness, abdominal pain, low blood pressure, headache, nausea, leg cramps, appetite changes, acute renal failure, weakness, loss of hair, etc are some of the side effects.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Dytor Plus 5 Tablet?

  Ans : Dytor Plus 5 Tablet should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Dytor Plus 5 Tablet?

  Ans : It should not be used if you have the following conditions such as Addison's disease, Anuria, Cardiac arrhythmias, Hepatic coma, Hyperkalaemia, Hypersensitivity, Hypotension, Lactation, etc.

• Ques : Is Dytor Plus 5 Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary.

• Ques : Will Dytor Plus 5 Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose can lead to increased chances of side effects.

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