Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet
Manufacturer
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Spironolactone (50mg) + Torasemide (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to reduce excess fluid levels in the body while maintaining the potassium balance.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat edema (fluid overload) and some cases of hypertension. It is used to reduce excess fluid levels in the body while maintaining the potassium balance.
Directions for Use
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. Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Tide Plus 10+50 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.
How it works
Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Spironolactone and Torasemide.
Quick Tips
Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet helps removes excess water from your body. Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate. It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may cause excessive urine production, dehydration, and low electrolyte levels. Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that doesn't go away.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the potential side effects of using Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet?
The use of Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. It may also lead to dehydration (excessive loss of fluid), resulting in symptoms such as dryness of the mouth, thirst, drowsiness, restlessness, muscle pain, weakness, tiredness, fall in blood pressure (hypotension), decreased urination (oliguria), increased heart rate (tachycardia), nausea and vomiting. Additionally, it can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium levels) in patients with underlying kidney disease or those consuming excessive potassium-rich foods.
Can Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet cause gout?
Yes, the use of Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet can increase blood uric acid levels by enhancing its absorption from the kidneys, which may trigger a gout attack. It is essential to inform your doctor if you have hyperuricemia (excess of uric acid in blood) or a history of gout before taking this medicine.
Can the use of Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet cause dehydration?
Yes, the use of Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet can lead to dehydration (excessive loss of fluid), which may result in symptoms such as dryness of the mouth, thirst, drowsiness, restlessness, muscle pain, weakness, tiredness, fall in blood pressure (hypotension), decreased urination (oliguria), increased heart rate (tachycardia), nausea and vomiting. Inform your doctor if you experience persistent problems while taking this medicine.
Can Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet cause hyperkalemia?
Yes, the use of Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet can lead to hyperkalemia (increased potassium levels), particularly in patients with underlying kidney disease or those consuming excessive potassium-rich foods. High potassium levels can cause fatal heart problems, emphasizing the importance of regular electrolyte and kidney function tests while taking this medicine.
What are the contraindications to using Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet?
The use of Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet should be avoided in patients with hypersensitivity to torasemide, sulfonylureas, or spironolactone or any other ingredient of the product. Additionally, it is contraindicated in patients with anuria (kidney failure), acute renal insufficiency, hepatic coma and pre-coma, low blood pressure (hypotension), cardiac arrhythmias, those taking aminoglycosides or cephalosporins, kidney dysfunction due to drugs causing renal damage, patients with high potassium levels (hyperkalemia), Addison's disease, and in children with moderate to severe renal impairment.
How should Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet be stored?
Keep this medicine in the container or pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Ensure that it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.
What is Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet?
Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet is a fixed-dose combination of torasemide (a loop diuretic) and spironolactone (an antagonist of aldosterone). Both are diuretics that help remove excess fluid from the body. The use of this combination is advised in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, liver cirrhosis with fluid retention, and swelling of the abdomen.
Is it safe to use Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet?
Yes, Tide Plus 10+50 Tablet is generally safe to use in most patients. However, some patients may experience common side effects such as dizziness, dehydration, decreased sodium level in blood, breast enlargement in males, decreased magnesium level in blood, decreased calcium level in blood, increased blood uric acid. Inform your doctor if you experience any persistent problems while taking this medicine.
