Dytor 20 mg Tablet (Torasemide 20mg)

INTRODUCTION

DYTOR 20MG contains Torasemide which belongs to a group of medicines called diuretics. It is used to treat high blood pressure alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents. This medicine has been found to be effective in treating edema associated with chronic renal and heart failure where a rapid onset of diuresis is required. Torsemide acts by inhibiting the sodium, potassium and chloride carrier system. It increases the urinary excretion of electrolytes such as sodium, chloride, and water thus increasing the amount of urine produced without significantly altering glomerular filtration rate, renal plasma flow or acid-base balance.

Take DYTOR 20MG according to the dose and frequency as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the medicine. Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine, since it may cause dizziness. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart problems. This medicine is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding. The common side effects are headache, dizziness and constipation.

USES OF DYTOR 20MG

• Treats hypertension and oedema

HOW DYTOR 20MG WORKS

DYTOR 20MG removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take DYTOR 20MG according to the dose and frequency as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the medicine. It may be taken with or without food.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DYTOR 20MG

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Headache:

Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee.

Dizziness or drowsiness:

Get up and move around to feel awake, take small naps to edge off the sleepiness. Give your eyes a break to avoid fatigue and eat a healthy food to boost energy.

Feeling sick (nausea) or indigestion:

Stick to simple normal meals and do not eat rich or spicy foods.

Vomiting:

Drink clear or ice-cold drinks. Eat light, bland foods and avoid fried, greasy, or sweet foods.

Diarrhea:

Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. ORS should be used to prevent dehydration.

Constipation:

Eat more fruits, vegetables whole grains and high fiber rich foods.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

Tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription or the following:

• Insulin or tablets for the treatment of diabetes
• Medicines to treat heart diseases
• Corticosteroids, e.g. prednisolone, used to treat inflammation in diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis
• Laxatives, e.g. Bisacodyl
• Lithium, a treatment for depression; salicylates, used as painkillers and to reduce inflammation, e.g. aspirin
• Cisplatin, which is used to treat cancer
• Antibiotics, e.g. cefalexin
• Muscle-relaxing drugs, e.g. tubocurarine; or theophylline
• Sympathomimetic drugs, e.g. adrenaline, noradrenaline and ephedrine
• Cholestyramine, a drug used to reduce the level of fat in your blood