Description
INTRODUCTION ABOUT JBTOR PLUS LS TABLET
JBTOR PLUS LS 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 JBTOR PLUS LS TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking JBTOR PLUS LS TABLET as it may make you feel dizzy or faint even while changing posture.
Avoid consuming potassium rich diet or potassium supplements while taking JBTOR PLUS LS TABLET, as it may further increase the levels of potassium in your body. JBTOR PLUS LS TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women due to increased risk of side effects.
JBTOR PLUS LS 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 JBTOR PLUS LS 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 JBTOR PLUS LS TABLET WORKS
JBTOR PLUS LS 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 JBTOR PLUS LS 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 JBTOR PLUS LS TABLET unless your doctor tells you to stop.
SIDE EFFECTS OF JBTOR PLUS LS TABLET
COMMON
- headache, dizziness
- nausea, vomiting
- general weakness
- increased urination
- excessive thirst
- impotence
- indigestion
RARE
Stop taking JBTOR PLUS LS TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- irregular heartbeat, chest pain
- bleeding from the gut or diarrhoea
- hyperglycaemia (increased blood glucose levels causing excessive urination and thirst, fatigue, headache)
- hyperuricemia (increased uric acid levels in blood causing joint pain, redness, swelling and of joints)
- hypokalaemia (low blood potassium levels causing constipation, tiredness, muscle weakness, tingling and numbness)
- hypotension (low blood pressure causing fainting, tiredness, blurred vision, nausea)
- hypovolemia (loss of body fluids causing headache, dizziness, low blood pressure, weakness, drowsiness, confusion, loss of appetite and cramps)
- blood clot formation in the body
- skin rash
- rectal bleeding
- feeling faint
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