Description
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Aztric CT 12.5 Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. It also removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body.
Aztric CT 12.5 Tablet can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor’s advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Never skip any doses and finish a full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
It may cause side effects like tiredness, decreased potassium level in blood, decreased blood pressure, increased creatinine level in blood, and increased uric acid level in blood. It is advised to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine. It may cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is required while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding if you have ever had any problems with your blood circulation or have liver or kidney problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
USES OF
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
BENEFITS OF
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
SIDE EFFECTS OF
Common side effects of Aztric CT
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Decreased potassium level in blood
- Decreased blood pressure
- Increased creatinine level in blood
- Increased uric acid level in blood
HOW TO 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. Aztric CT 12.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW WORKS
Aztric CT 12.5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Azilsartan medoxomil and Chlorthalidone which lower blood pressure effectively. Azilsartan medoxomil is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels.This allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic that removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
Pregnancy
Breast feeding
Driving
Kidney
Use of Aztric CT 12.5 Tablet is not recommended in these patients.
Liver
Use of Aztric CT 12.5 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ?
If you miss a dose of Aztric CT 12.5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.