Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Dytor and furosemide are two different drugs, however, both belong to the category of loop diuretics. Both are indicated for the treatment of heart failure. Furosemide is considered as the cornerstone of therapy, however, Dytor has shown some benefits over it. Dytor has more bioavailability and has a longer half-life. Overall, Dytor has improved clinical outcomes. 

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Dytor does not cause kidney damage, in fact, it helps in managing edema resulting from kidney disease, heart disease, and lung disease. In comparison to furosemide, Dytor has a longer duration of action and doesn't get accumulated in the renal failure.  

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Dytor is not potassium sparing. Rather, it is a loop diuretic that removes excess of water and electrolytes like potassium from the body. One may need to eat potassium-rich foods or a potassium supplement while one uses Dytor. Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic which prevents the loss of potassium from the body.

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, an overdose of Dytor is associated with hypokalemia. It is a condition in which the blood potassium levels are too low. Symptoms are muscle fatigue, muscle cramps and feeling weak. Low potassium levels can lead to a heart problem. Therefore, if you are taking a loop diuretic, talk to your doctor about preventing hypokalemia. In addition, follow the dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor. 

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Dytor is available as an injection and tablet. Injection should be taken under the supervision of a doctor. The tablet should be taken orally or by mouth with or without food, usually once a day or as directed by your doctor. It should be taken at the same time every day so that one doesn't forget the dose. Dytor should be avoided 4 hours prior to bedtime so that one doesn't have to get up for urinating. One must follow the dosing schedule and instructions given by a doctor.