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Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet is used to treat oedema (fluid build-up). It contains furosemide and potassium chloride which work by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, flatulence, stomach pain, and dehydration. Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Dr. Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

FUROSEMIDE-20MG+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE-300MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Modi Mundipharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet

Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat fluid build-up (oedema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disorders. It contains furosemide, which helps your kidneys remove excess salt and water through urine, and potassium chloride, which helps replace potassium that may be lost due to the increased urination caused by furosemide. This combination helps reduce swelling and other symptoms associated with excess fluid retention while supporting healthy potassium levels.

Take Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor, preferably at the same time each day. It is usually taken earlier in the day to avoid frequent urination at night and may be taken with or without food, depending on your doctor's instructions. Reducing excess salt in your diet may also help manage fluid retention.

Common side effects may include increased urination, dizziness, nausea, or stomach discomfort. Contact your doctor promptly if you develop severe muscle weakness or cramps, extreme thirst, confusion, a fast or irregular heartbeat, or signs of an allergic reaction, as these symptoms may indicate changes in fluid or electrolyte levels or another reaction requiring medical attention.

Before taking Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet , tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, diabetes, gout, low blood pressure, difficulty passing urine, Addison's disease, or any condition affecting your potassium levels. This medicine may not be suitable if you are unable to pass urine or have high potassium levels in your blood. Your doctor may monitor your kidney function and electrolyte levels, including potassium and sodium, during treatment.

Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet may interact with certain blood pressure medicines, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, lithium, and other medicines that affect potassium levels or kidney function. Tell your doctor about all medicines and supplements you take. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or an older adult, your doctor will assess whether this medicine is appropriate for you and may recommend closer monitoring.

Uses of Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet

Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet is used to manage excess fluid build-up in the body while helping maintain healthy potassium levels. It may be prescribed for: 

  • Fluid retention (edema): Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet helps reduce swelling in the ankles, feet, legs, or abdomen by helping your kidneys flush out excess water and salt.
  • Congestive heart failure: By removing excess fluid from your bloodstream, Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet reduces the workload on your heart, making it easier to breathe and pump blood.
  • Liver cirrhosis: Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet manages fluid accumulation in the abdomen and limbs that often occurs due to liver scarring.
  • Kidney disorders: It helps manage fluid retention in certain kidney diseases, helping the kidneys balance fluids when their natural filtering ability is decreased.

Key Benefits

Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet helps relieve symptoms caused by excess fluid build-up while replacing potassium that may be lost during treatment. The primary benefits include:

  • Reduces swelling: Furosemide helps remove excess salt and water from the body, which may reduce swelling (oedema) in the legs, ankles, or other parts of the body.
  • Relieves fluid-related discomfort: By reducing excess fluid, Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet may help ease symptoms such as heaviness, bloating, or breathlessness associated with fluid retention.
  • Helps maintain potassium levels: Potassium chloride helps replace potassium that may be lost due to the increased urination caused by furosemide, supporting normal muscle, nerve, and heart function.
Side effects of Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet
  • Do not stand up suddenly. Lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.
  • Avoid alcohol and large meals.
  • Drink enough water before standing for long periods.
  • Exercise regularly; however, avoid exercising in extreme heat.
  • Eat small, low-carb meals.
  • Wear compression stockings.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.
  • Gently massage the affected area using your hands or a massager.
  • Light exercises such as walking or climbing stairs may help the muscles return to normal.
  • Apply heat/ice to the affected area.
  • Drink electrolyte-rich fluids.
Managing Medication-Triggered tinnitus (Ringing in the Ears): A Step-by-Step Guide:
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience ringing, buzzing, or other unusual sounds in your ears after taking medication.
  • Schedule an appointment to discuss symptoms and determine if the medication is the cause.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan by changing dosage, switching to a different medication, or stopping the medication.
  • Your doctor may recommend sound therapy or relaxation techniques to manage tinnitus symptoms.
  • Regularly track symptoms and report changes to your healthcare provider to ensure effective management.

Directions for Use

  • Take Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • It is advised to take Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet once daily in the morning; however, follow your doctor's recommendation regarding the dosage and duration.
  • Swallow Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet Works

Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet contains furosemide and potassium chloride, which work together to manage excess fluid while helping maintain healthy potassium levels. Furosemide is a diuretic, often called a water pill, that works in the kidneys to increase the removal of excess salt and water through urine. This helps reduce fluid build-up (oedema) and swelling in the body. Potassium chloride helps replace potassium that may be lost because of the increased urination caused by furosemide. Maintaining healthy potassium levels is important for normal muscle and nerve function and for helping the heart maintain a regular rhythm.
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Alcohol

Caution

You are not recommended to consume alcohol along with Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet should not be used when breastfeeding unless clearly necessary. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Driving

Caution

It is not recommended to drive after taking Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet as it may occasionally cause drowsiness.

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Liver

Caution

Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your current liver conditions.

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Kidney

Caution

Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your current kidney conditions.

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Children

Caution

Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you are children below the age of 12. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your age.

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Heart

Caution

Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet should be taken with caution in patients with heart problems. Therefore, please inform your doctor before using Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet .

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Geriatrics

Caution

Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet should be given with caution in elderly patients due to an increased risk of side effects. Please inform your doctor before use.

What if I have taken an overdose of Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet

If you take too much of Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet , seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of an overdose may include extreme dizziness, fainting, severe weakness, confusion, or a dangerously irregular heartbeat.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Watch your salt intake: High-sodium diets cause your body to hold onto water, which fights against the effects of Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet . Limit processed foods, canned soups, and table salt.
  • Monitor your fluid intake: Depending on your condition, your doctor may ask you to limit how much liquid you drink each day. Keep a daily log if recommended.
  • Be careful with potassium-rich foods: Because Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet already contains potassium, consuming too many potassium-rich foods (like bananas, oranges, or spinach) or using salt substitutes containing potassium can lead to dangerously high potassium levels. Ask your doctor for specific dietary guidance.
  • Stand up slowly: To prevent dizziness or fainting caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure, take your time when rising from a sitting or lying position.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet to start to work: The time required for Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet last: The duration of action for Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet is clinically unknown.

What if you forget to take Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet

If you miss a dose of Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet , take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to evening or almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and return to your normal schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one, as this can increase your risk of dehydration or potassium imbalances.

Storage

• Store the tablets at room temperature, between 20°C and 25°C (68°F to 77°F).• Keep the tablets in their original packaging to protect them from light and moisture.

Drug Warnings

  • Blood pressure monitoring: Check your blood pressure regularly if advised by your doctor and keep a record to share during follow-up appointments.
  • Regular blood tests: Attend all scheduled blood tests, as your doctor may monitor your kidney function and electrolyte levels, including potassium and sodium.
  • Alcohol: Limit or avoid alcohol while taking Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet , as it may increase dizziness and further lower your blood pressure.
  • Hot weather and exercise: Take care during hot weather or strenuous exercise, as excessive sweating may increase the risk of dehydration and changes in electrolyte levels.
  • Vomiting or diarrhoea: Contact your doctor if you have persistent or severe vomiting or diarrhoea, as this can lead to dehydration and changes in electrolyte levels. Your doctor will advise whether Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet should be temporarily stopped.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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The following medicines may interact with Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet and require closer monitoring or dose adjustments:

  • Blood pressure medications (like ACE inhibitors or ARBs): Taking these with Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet can cause your blood pressure to drop too low or lead to abnormally high potassium levels in your blood.
  • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs like ibuprofen or naproxen): These can reduce the effectiveness of Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet and increase the risk of kidney damage.
  • Lithium: Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet can prevent your kidneys from clearing lithium, leading to toxic levels of lithium in your body.
  • Digoxin: Changes in potassium levels can increase the risk of serious heart rhythm side effects from digoxin.
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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Certain foods or drinks may affect the safety or tolerability of Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet . Important interactions include:

  • Salt substitutes: Avoid using salt substitutes that contain potassium, as combining them with Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet can cause dangerously high potassium levels (hyperkalaemia) in your blood.
  • Alcohol: Drinking alcohol while taking this medication can severely increase the risk of low blood pressure, causing dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting.
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet is used to treat oedema (fluid retention).
Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet contains furosemide and potassium chloride. Furosemide is a diuretic that removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced. In doing so, it causes potassium loss. Potassium chloride is a mineral supplement added to prevent low levels of potassium in the blood. Thus Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet improves the fluid overload associated with kidney, liver, heart diseases and also prevents the loss of potassium.
Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, flatulence, stomach pain, dehydration, decreased sodium level in the blood, decreased magnesium level in the blood, decreased calcium level in the blood, increased uric acid level in blood. Most of these side effects of Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Yes, Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with known allergy to any of the components of Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet . It should be avoided in people with severe kidney or liver impairment and in people with anuria (reduction or absence of urine), and hyperkalemia.
There's no evidence that Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet reduces fertility in men or women. However, if you're a woman and you're trying to get pregnant, talk to your doctor first.
It is highly recommended to take Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet in the morning or early afternoon. Taking this medicine late in the day or before bed will likely cause you to wake up during the night to urinate, which can disrupt your sleep. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist to find the best dosing schedule for your routine.
It is best to avoid alcohol while taking Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet . Alcohol can increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting by causing your blood pressure to drop too low. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns about alcohol use.
Because Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet contains a built-in potassium supplement, you may not need to eat extra potassium-rich foods like bananas or oranges. In fact, consuming too much potassium can be dangerous. Talk to your doctor or a dietitian for personalised dietary advice.
If you feel dizzy, sit or lie down immediately to prevent falling. To avoid dizziness when getting up, stand up slowly and hold onto a stable surface. If the dizziness persists, is severe, or causes you to faint, talk to your doctor right away.
You should avoid taking pain relievers known as NSAIDs (like ibuprofen or naproxen) while taking Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet unless specifically approved by your physician. These pain relievers can reduce how well Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet works and increase your risk of kidney damage. Talk to your doctor about safer alternatives for pain relief.
Diucontin K 20 mg Tablet treats and controls fluid retention and high blood pressure, but it does not cure the underlying conditions causing them. You must continue taking this medicine consistently even if you feel well. Talk to your doctor before making any changes to your treatment.
Signs of potassium imbalance include muscle cramps, severe weakness, a fluttering or irregular heartbeat, numbness, or tingling. Your doctor will perform regular blood tests to monitor your potassium levels safely. Talk to your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.

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INDIA

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Ground Floor Modi Tower, 98, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110019
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