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Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet
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Introduction of Diucontin-K Tablet
Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to reduce excess fluid levels in your body. It is used to treat edema (fluid overload). It treats fluid overload associated with heart, liver, kidney, or lung disease.
Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet is a combination of high-ceiling diuretic and potassium chloride.
Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet is a combination of high-ceiling diuretic and potassium chloride.
Uses of Diucontin-K Tablet
Benefits of Diucontin-K Tablet
In Edema
Edema is caused by your body retaining too much water. Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet helps get rid of the extra water and electrolytes from your body by increasing the amount of urine produced. This enables your body to get rid of extra water thereby relieving symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs or abdomen. Therefore, you can carry out your daily activities more comfortably. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes to get maximum benefits.
Side effects of Diucontin-K Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Diucontin-K
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Flatulence
- Stomach pain
- Dehydration
- Decreased sodium level in blood
- Decreased magnesium level in blood
- Decreased calcium level in blood
- Increased uric acid level in blood
How to use Diucontin-K Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Diucontin-K Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Diucontin-K Tablet
- Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet is prescribed to clear excess fluid from your body in conditions where your body retains more than it needs.
- It may cause a sudden drop in sodium levels in the blood. Avoid a low sodium diet while you are taking this medication.
- If you have diabetes, Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet could affect your blood sugar levels. Test your blood sugar regularly and speak with your doctor if you notice any significant changes.
- Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet help you to lose water. If, however, you lose too much fluid, you may become dehydrated. This will make you feel thirsty and make your skin look and feel dry. Let your doctor know if this happens, as your dose may need to be adjusted.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Marketer details
Name: Modi Mundi Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: Ground Floor Modi Tower, 98, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110019
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Diucontin-K 20mg/300mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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