Dytor Plus 10 Tablet

Dytor Plus 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 medicine 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 10 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.

Symptoms of overdose include drowsiness, confusion, clinical signs of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, hyperkalemia; ingestion of large amounts of potassium-sparing diuretics, may result in life-threatening hyperkalemia.

This can be treated with I.V. glucose, with concurrent regular insulin; sodium bicarbonate may also be used as a temporary measure. If needed, Kayexalate® oral or rectal solutions in sorbitol may also be used.

Take as directed, with meals or milk. This diuretic does not cause potassium loss; avoid excessive potassium intake (eg, salt substitutes, low-salt foods, bananas, nuts). Weigh yourself weekly at the same time, in the same clothes, and report weight loss more than 5 lb/week.

• Edema (Swelling)

• Systemic Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

• Allergy

• Anuria

• Hypersensitivity

• Dehydration

• Decreased Magnesium Level In Blood

• Decreased Sodium 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.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Dytor Plus 10 Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Zator Plus 50 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Unichem Laboratories Ltd

• Excretor Plus 50 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Ordain Health Care Global Pvt Ltd

• Dyamide Plus 50 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Torget Plus 10Mg Tablet

  Zydus Cadila

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as it is remembered and in case it is time for the next dose then it should be avoided.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  A doctor should be contacted immediately if any such situation is noticed. Overdose of this medicine can cause dizziness, restlessness, sleepiness.

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

  Consult a doctor if alcohol is being consumed.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Dytor Plus 10 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.

• Interaction with Food

  This diuretic does not cause you to lose potassium; because salt substitutes and low-salt milk may contain potassium, do not use these products without checking with your physician, too much potassium can be as harmful as too little; should be administered with food, avoid natural licorice

• Ques : What is dytor plus 10 tablet?

  Ans : It is a diuretic which is commonly used to control high blood pressure and edema. Generally, it is prescribed to take one daily, preferably in the daytime to prevent sleep disturbances. This medicine is also used to cure production of too much aldosterone (hormone) by the adrenal glands.

• Ques : What is dytor plus tablet used for?

  Ans : It is used for treating and preventing various diseases like and conditions like an accumulation of water in the body, high blood pressure, Edema (Swelling) and Systemic Hypertension (High Blood Pressure).

• Ques : Can Dytor Plus 10 Tablet be used for accumulation of water in the body and high blood pressure?

  Ans : It is a diuretic tablet and thus is used in the treatment of high blood pressure. On the other hand, it is used to maintain a balance in the amount of water and salt in the body and one of its uses also includes treatment of accumulation of water in the body. So, we can say that the it can be used in the treatment of high blood pressure and accumulation of water in the body.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Dytor Plus 10 Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : It should generally be used for a duration of about 2 days. Some people have seen the result within 2 hours also but about 50% of consumers say that the result is achievable within 1-2 days.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Dytor Plus 10 Tablet?

  Ans : It can be used once a day. For proper dosage, it is advised to consult doctor before consuming.

• Ques : Should I use Dytor Plus 10 Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : It is adequate to consume medicine after taking proper meals.

• Ques : Is this medicine or product addictive or habit forming?

  Ans : No, It is not an addictive or habit forming medication.

• Ques : Can I stop using this product immediately or do I have to slowly wean off the use?

  Ans : It is advised to stop consuming medicine gradually. If the patient stops immediately, it may lead to severe side effects.

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