INTRODUCTION ABOUT DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET

DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET is a fixed-dose combination of Spironolactone and Torsemide which belongs to the group of medicines called Diuretics. It is used to reduce fluid accumulation (oedema) in the body that is caused due to severe liver, kidney or heart problems. It can also be used to manage hyperaldosteronism (excessive secretion of aldosterone in the body) and resistant hypertension (high blood pressure that is not controlled by other medicines).

Before taking DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET as it may make you feel dizzy or faint even while changing posture.

Avoid consuming potassium rich diet or potassium supplements while taking DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET, as it may further increase the levels of potassium in your body. DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women due to increased risk of side effects.

DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET may alters the levels of electrolytes in your body and may make you feel dizzy or tired very easily. To avoid this, your doctor would regularly monitor your serum electrolyte levels and may increase or decrease the dose of this medicine accordingly.

The most common side effects of [GBKEYWORD] are headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, tiredness, increased urination and impotence. Consult your doctor if any of the side effect bothers you.

USES OF DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET

It is used to manage:

• oedema caused due to severe liver, kidney or heart problems
• hyperaldosteronism (excessive secretion of aldosterone in the body)
• resistant hypertension (high blood pressure that is not controlled by other medicines)

HOW DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET WORKS

DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET contains two medicines namely spironolactone and torsemide. Both spironolactone and torsemide acts by removing the excess water and electrolytes (sodium and chloride) from the body in the form of urine which helps in reducing blood pressure. Additionally, spironolactone can manage the loss of potassium via urine and can block the release of certain chemicals in the kidneys (aldosterone) that causes endocrine problems.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET unless your doctor tells you to stop.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Before taking DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:

• cholestyramine (a medicine used to control blood cholesterol levels)
• medicines that exert effects on heart function during emergency conditions (Ex. adrenaline, noradrenaline)
• probenecid (a medicine used to manage gout)
• lithium (a medicine used to manage mental illness)
• medicines used to reduce anxiety and to induce sleep (Ex. phenobarbital) 
• corticosteroids (used to manage inflammation) Ex. methylprednisolone
• adrenocorticotropic hormone (used to manage cortisol deficiency)
• medicines used to relax muscles (Ex. tubocurarine)
• medicines used for pain relief (Ex. indomethacin, aspirin, morphine, fentanyl, codeine)
• cardiac glycosides (used to manage cardiac failure) Ex. digoxin
• carbenoxolone (a medicine used to manage ulcers)
• medicines used to manage bacterial infections Ex. trimethoprim, sulfamethoxazole, ceftriaxone, cefazolin, gentamycin, streptomycin
• cotrimoxazole (a medicine used to manage fungal infections)
• cisplatin (used to manage cancer)
• other potassium-sparing diuretics (used to manage fluid accumulation) Ex. eplerenone
• heparin and low molecular weight heparin (used to manage blood clots)
• potassium supplements (used to manage potassium deficiency) Ex. potassium chloride
• medicines used to manage high blood pressure such as ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II blockers or beta-blockers (Ex. enalapril, telmisartan, valsartan, propranolol)
• medicines used to manage diabetes (Ex. metformin, glimepiride)

B. Drug-Food interactions

Avoid foods rich in potassium such as bananas, dry fruits, lentils, dairy products, and salt substitutes such as potassium chloride.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose might include dehydration,
low blood pressure, decreased body fluids and electrolytes levels, low blood sodium levels, abnormal blood potassium levels, increased RBC count, drowsiness, mental confusion, erythematous rash, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhoea, or liver problems.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET out of reach of children
• Store DYTOR PLUS 10MG TABLET at room temperature