Tazloc Trio 40 Tablet (Telmisartan 40mg / Amlodipine 5mg / Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg)

Description

Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet is a combination of Hydrochlorothiazide, Amlodipine and Telmisartan. It is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension is a condition in which the force exerted by blood against the blood vessel walls is high, which increases the risk of heart complications such as heart attack and stroke (damage to the brain due to low blood supply). It relaxes the blood vessels by widening them and promotes smooth blood flow. It also increases the excretion of water and sodium, thus resulting in decreased blood pressure.

Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet has some common side effects like swelling in your ankles or feet, dizziness, headache, tiredness, stomach upset etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persists or worsens.

Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration of treatment will be determined by your doctor. You should not stop taking Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet without consulting your doctor as it can lead to serious heart conditions. It is also not recommended as initial therapy for high blood pressure. It is best to take this medicine at least 4 hours before going to bed as this medicine increases your frequency of urination.

Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet can interact with other medical conditions and medications. Inform your doctor if you have liver, heart and kidney problems, diabetes, or if you are under any medication. To ensure that Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet is working effectively, you should have your blood pressure, kidney function, electrolyte levels, and blood sugar levels tested regularly.

Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet
Swelling of ankles or feet
Difficulty in breathing
Dizziness
Increased heartbeat
Redness of face, neck, arms and chest
Muscle pain
Heartburn
Stomach pain
Anxiety
Diarrhoea
Constipation
Sweating
Changes in vision
Difficulty or painful urination
Back pain
Stomach upset
Headache
Tiredness

Uses of Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
Hypertension refers to an abnormal increase in blood pressure which may lead to other heart conditions over time. Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure which may be caused by genetic or environmental factors. It relaxes the blood vessels by widening them. It also flushes out excess salt from your body. Combining both these effects, Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet is highly effective in treating hypertension.

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When not to use?

Allergy
Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet is not recommended if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients present in this medicine. Seek medical attention in case of symptoms such as skin rashes, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), swelling (face, lips, tongue, etc.), breathing difficulty, etc.
Aliskiren
Do not take Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet with Aliskiren (a medicine used to reduce blood pressure) as it can lead to serious side effects such as kidney problems, low blood pressure, and excessive potassium levels in the blood. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population and/or if you have diabetes and kidney problems.
Anuria
Anuria is a condition where the kidney is unable to produce urine. Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet can lead to a loss of electrolytes like sodium and potassium, magnesium ions, etc. from your body. This may further lead to kidney damage.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Avoid Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet during pregnancy as it may lead to various complications in your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Your doctor may advise a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
Breast-feeding
Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet is not recommended while breastfeeding. Your doctor may prescribe the medicine if the benefits are greater than the risk or switch to an alternative medicine based on your condition.
General warnings
Liver impairment
Use Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet with extreme caution if you have liver problems or obstruction in the bile duct. This medicine is largely excreted in bile (fluid secreted by the liver for digestion). This can increase the risk of side effects on your liver due to higher level of medicine in the blood. Consult your doctor for a dose adjustment or alternate medicine.
Use in children
Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically known.
Hyperkalaemia
Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet should be used with caution as it may increase the potassium levels in the blood. Consult your doctor and monitor your potassium levels regularly.
Volume and electrolyte depletion
Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet may alter the blood volume and electrolyte levels in some cases causing dizziness, dry mouth etc. This risk is especially higher if you have kidney and liver problems. Consult your doctor if you have any severe symptoms.
Kidney diseases
Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet may cause azotemia (increase in the level of blood urea and nitrogen) if you have severe kidney problems. While taking this medication, it is important to monitor your kidney function. Based on the clinical situation, your doctor may consider appropriate dosage adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative.
Driving and operating machines
Some individuals may experience dizziness or sleepiness as a result of Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet. If you have any of these symptoms while taking this medication, you should avoid performing tasks that need high mental attention, such as driving or operating machines.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If you forget to take a dose of Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at your usual time. Do not double up your dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek immediate medical attention if you have taken an overdose of Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet. In case of an overdose, symptoms like lethargy, drowsiness, nausea and vomiting can be seen.

Interactions

General Instructions
Take Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet with or without food.
Avoid taking the medicine in larger amounts than prescribed by your doctor. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor immediately.
Do not stop using this medication without your doctor’s consultation.
Maintaining a strict diet and exercise regimen while taking Tazloc Trio (12.5/5/40 mg) Tablet will help you get the maximum benefits out of your treatment.