Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet
Manufacturer: Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Medicine composition: Telmisartan, Chlorthalidone
Prescription: required
Description:
Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet belongs to a family of drugs that are used to treat high blood pressure. It is also effective in reducing the risk of serious conditions such a stroke, heart attacks, heart conditions and even death. Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet helps maintain optimal blood pressure levels in a person’s body. In patients who suffer from hypertension, it can lower the blood pressure.
Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet works by widening and dilating the blood vessels, which relaxes them. It also helps the kidney flush out excess salt and water, thus reducing the blood pressure. Therefore, Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet is highly effective in treating hypertension.
Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet is a drug that is also known as an Angiotensin receptor blocker or an ARB. This drug is used to treat hypertension or high blood pressure. It is also given to patients, to reduce their risk of developing conditions such as heart disorders, a stroke and heart attacks. The Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet works, by blocking the effect of Angiotensin. It prevents the activation of a receptor, by the Angiotensin II hormone that would usually result in a slight increase of the blood pressure, when it is low. It lowers blood pressure by dilating and relaxing the muscles of the blood vessels. This enables your kidney to eliminate the excess of water and salt.
The regular recommended dosage of Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet is a 40 mg tablet, taken once a day. The doctor might increase the dosage to 80 mg, if you suffer from serious conditions of the heart. It is important to continue taking this medication according to the doctor’s prescription, until you have completed the course. You should not skip out on a dose, and if you do forget, do not take an extra dose to make up for it.
Pregnant women or women who are trying to get pregnant should avoid consuming this drug, since it can cause harm the baby's development. It might not be suitable for everyone, since consuming this drug can lead to complications for patients affected by disorders such as liver disease, kidney failure, heart disease, diabetes and allergies. If you suffer from these conditions, you should inform your doctor, before taking this medicine.
The common side effects of Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet are diarrhea, headache, vomiting, nausea, chest congestion, fatigue, body and muscle aches. These side effects are minor and usually disappear within a week or two. If they continue for a prolonged period, consult your doctor. The major side effects include dizziness, nausea, swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet and sudden weight gain. If you have an allergy to this medicine, you will experience symptoms such as swelling of the tongue, throat or face, rashes, itchiness and difficulty breathing. If you have an allergic reaction to Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet, it is advisable to discontinue the usage of this medicine and contact your doctor immediately. This drug interacts with other medications as well as alcohol, in a negative way. Therefore, make sure you inform your doctor of all the other medicines you are taking, before beginning a course of Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet.
Information given here is based on the salt and content of the medicine. Effect and uses of medicine may vary from person to person. It is advicable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
Uses:
- Hypertension
Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet is used in the treatment of hypertension which is an increase in the blood pressure caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.
- Cardiovascular risk reduction
Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet is used to reduce the risk of heart complications like coronary artery disease and stroke in the elderly population.
Side Effects:
In addition to its intended effect, Ctd-T 40/12.5 Tablet may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately. This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.
- Changes in vision- Major Rare
- Dizziness- Major Rare
- Increased heartbeat- Major Rare
- Difficulty or painful urination- Major Rare
- Abdominal pain- Minor Less Common
- Diarrhea- Minor Less Common
- Back pain- Minor Less Common
- Weakness- Minor Less Common
- Muscle pain- Minor Less Common
- Fever- Minor Less Common
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