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Dytor 5 Tablet

15 Tablet(s) in Strip

MRP81.35

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Dytor 5 Tablet
Dytor 5 Tablet

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CIPLA LIMITED

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TABLET

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Torasemide / Torsemide(5.0 Mg)
Uses
High blood pressure and edema
Therapy
Diuretic
Side effects
Stomach pain, loss of appetite, dizziness, electrolyte imbalance
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Medical Description

Dytor 5 tablet is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure and oedema, which is swelling caused by excess fluid in the body. It contains torasemide, commonly known as a water pill or diuretic, which helps the body eliminate extra water and salt. By reducing fluid overload, this medicine assists in managing conditions related to the heart, liver, or kidneys and also lowers blood pressure, thereby reducing the risk of complications such as stroke and heart attack.

This tablet works by increasing urine production, helping to relieve symptoms like swelling in the legs, ankles, or lungs caused by fluid retention. Several other brands containing the same active ingredient, torasemide, include Tide 5mg tablet, Torsid 5mg tablet, Torsinol 5mg tablet, Torget 5mg tablet, and Retorlix 5mg tablet. Your doctor will determine the correct dose and duration of treatment based on your health condition. It is important to take Dytor 5 tablet exactly as prescribed, without adjusting the dose yourself.

Never stop or exceed the recommended dose without your doctor’s advice, as this could lead to dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, or a sudden increase in blood pressure. For best results, take the medicine consistently at the same time each day. Always drink sufficient water and follow a balanced diet unless your doctor specifies otherwise.

Before beginning treatment with Dytor 5 tablet, inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease, kidney issues, or liver conditions. In such cases, this medicine should be used with caution, and your doctor may monitor your health closely through regular check-ups and blood tests. It is also essential to discuss any new medicines, including over-the-counter or herbal products, with your doctor, as they may interact with torasemide.

If you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Dytor 5 tablet. Your doctor will carefully assess the benefits and risks before prescribing it. Providing your full medical history and current medications will help ensure safe and effective use of this medication. With proper use under medical supervision, Dytor 5 tablet can effectively manage fluid overload and high blood pressure, thereby improving your overall quality of life.

Uses

Dytor 5 tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and conditions of excess fluid retention in the body due to heart failure, kidney or liver diseases.

Contraindications

  • If you are allergic to torasemide, povidone or other ingredients of Dytor 5 tablet.
  • If you have kidney disease such as non-passage of urine (anuria).
  • If you had or have liver, heart disease or decreased blood volume.
  • If you are pregnant or lactating.
  • If you are on aminoglycosides or cephalosporins antibiotic like gentamycin, amikacin, ceftriaxone, cefixime, etc.

Side effects

  • Stomach pain
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea, vomiting
  • Fatigue

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

Dytor 5 tablet should not be used during pregnancy as there is limited information about its safety. If you are pregnant or think you may be or are planning for a baby, you should consult the doctor.

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Breast Feeding

It is unknown if Dytor 5 tablet passes into human milk and its effects on the breastfed baby. Hence, it should not be used in breastfeeding as the medicine might decrease milk production.

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Driving

Dytor 5 tablet may make you dizzy and hence avoid driving if you feel unwell or unable to be alert.

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Alcohol

Avoid alcohol during the treatment as it may lower your blood pressure and may lead to side effects like dizziness or drowsiness. Also, in conditions of kidney failure, heart failure and liver problems, alcohol is known to worsen the diseased state. Therefore, it should be better avoided.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You may experience hearing loss.
  • You may have kidney, liver disease.
  • You may have dehydration, salt imbalance or electrolyte imbalance.
  • You may have other underlying medical conditions such as diabetes, gout.

Directions for Use

  • Take Dytor 5 as a whole with water, with or without food.
  • Take it every day at the same time. You should take it regularly without fail as directed by the doctor.

Storage and disposal

  • Store Dytor 5 tablet at room temperature away from sunlight.
  • Keep the medicine away from children and pets.

Quick Tips

  • Dytor 5 tablets are commonly prescribed to treat fluid retention caused by heart failure and kidney or liver diseases and to manage high blood pressure.
  • Common side effects may include headache, stomach pain, diarrhea, itchiness, nausea, or vomiting. Notify your doctor if these persist or are bothersome. Excessive salt and potassium intake should be avoided.
  • While taking Dytor 5, engage in regular exercise and avoid alcohol and smoking. Some individuals may experience loss of appetite, stomach pain, fatigue, or nausea/vomiting. Report these symptoms to your doctor if they are persistent or bothersome.
  • If you experience dizziness or sleepiness after taking Dytor 5, avoid activities requiring mental alertness, such as driving or operating machinery.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Dytor are dehydration, decreased blood pressure, sodium, potassium, chloride levels as well as body fluid, it may also increase red blood cell levels in the body. If you experience the symptoms or think you have taken too much of the medicine, contact the doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed a dose, take Dytor 5 as soon as you remember. If the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Avoid a double dose for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Torasemide acts on the kidneys to eliminate the excess water and salt from the body. It removes excess water, salt from the body and does not affect the electrolyte and acid-base balance of the body.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Some medicines affect the way Dytor 5 tablet works, or the medicine itself reduces the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
  • Inform the doctor about the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
  • If you are taking medicines for eg. to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder.
  • Concomitant use of the medicine with aminoglycoside antibiotics like gentamicin and ethacrynic acid causes an increased risk of ear toxicity, thus avoid it, if possible.
  • Concomitant use of radiocontrast agents with the medicine result in kidney toxicity.

Interactions with food items

Dytor can be taken with or without food. There are no direct interactions with food.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No, you should never stop taking Dytor 5 tablet until the doctor advises, even if you are feeling good. If you stop the medicine, it may lead to treatment failure and a sudden rise in blood pressure, thus results worsening the medical condition.

Limit salt intake in the diet, pickles and packaged foods like chips contain excess salt and should be avoided.Limit intake of potassium-containing foods like spinach, broccoli or banana and limit intake of meat.Avoid packaged snacks, prefer fresh-cut fruits as they are rich in vitamins and fibre.

Dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting occurs when you get up suddenly from a lying or sitting position. Slowly getting up help. If the problem continues or gets worse, check with the doctor.

Take Dytor 5 tablet as advised by the doctor, preferably at the same time each day. Dytor 5 tablet is known to cause excessive urination and hence it is advised to take it in the morning or 3-4 hours before going to bed.

Dytor 5 tablet is a medicine that helps to treat high blood pressure or oedema by removing excess fluid from the body in various conditions like liver, kidney or heart disease or failure.

You must take this medicine for as long as prescribed by the doctor. Do not exceed the recommended duration.

Dytor 5 causes a decrease in blood pressure by excretion of extra salt and water through urine.

Dytor usually starts working within an hour after its oral intake. However, it may take a few days to weeks to show its maximum effect. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick. Therefore, you should keep taking this medication even if you feel well.

Stomach pain, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting and fatigue are a few common side effects of Dytor. Although not everyone gets them. Side effects often improve as your body gets used to the medicine.

Dytor should be taken exactly as advised by the doctor. It should preferably be taken in the morning along with food in order to avoid frequent urination at night time.

Yes, you can take Dytor daily but for the recommended duration only. Also, it is important to take it at the same time every day for maximum results.

Dytor 5 tablet is a diuretic medicine that helps the body remove excess fluid through urine. Any reduction seen on the weighing scale while taking Dytor is due to loss of water, not fat loss, and this effect is temporary. Using Dytor for weight loss is not safe and may lead to dehydration, low blood pressure, or electrolyte imbalance. It should only be taken for conditions like fluid retention or high blood pressure when prescribed by your doctor. Always consult your doctor before using Dytor 5 mg.

Dytor 5 tablet is not used to treat kidney stones. Kidney stones are solid mineral deposits that require specific treatment based on their size and type. Although Dytor increases urine output, it does not dissolve stones or remove them from the body. Using it without medical advice may worsen dehydration and kidney function. If you suspect kidney stones, consult your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:DYTOR

Manufacturer Name:CIPLA LIMITED

Address:Cipla Ltd, Taza Block, Rorathang, Sikkim- 737133 ,India

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Dytor 5 MG Tablet (15) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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