Ziltax CT 40/12.5 Tablet (Azilsartan medoxomil 40mg / Chlorthalidone 12.5mg)

Description

Ziltax CT 40/12.5 Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of high blood pressure. Frequent monitoring of blood pressure and electrolytes levels is necessary during treatment with this medicine. Patients are advised to maintain a strict exercise and diet regimen along with this medicine to get the best possible effect. This medicine is not recommended for use in children since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ziltax CT 40/12.5 Tablet
Blurred vision
Irregular heartbeat
Loss of appetite
Fainting
Dizziness
Shortness of breath
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Sweating
Nausea or Vomiting
Confusion

Uses of Ziltax CT 40/12.5 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
This medicine is used in the treatment of hypertension which is an increase in the blood pressure caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to azilsartan, chlorthalidone, any sulfonamide-derived medicines, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Aliskiren
Coadministration of aliskiren and this combination medicine is not recommended due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population and in patients with diabetes and kidney diseases.
Anuria
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with anuria (a condition where the kidney is unable to produce urine) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Severe renal impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe renal impairment (CrCl < 30 ml/min) due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Severe liver impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver impairment due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.

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Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women except in life-threatening conditions. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Use in Children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Liver disease
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patient’s suffering from liver diseases due to an increase in the risk of serious adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is advised while taking this medicine. Report any symptoms of confusion or jaundice to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Volume and electrolyte disturbances
Use of this medicine may alter the blood volume and electrolyte levels in some patients. This may cause dizziness, dry mouth, and acid-base imbalance. This risk is especially higher in patients suffering from kidney and liver diseases. Close monitoring of blood pressure and electrolyte levels is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Kidney Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of kidney function is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Driving or operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause symptoms such as drowsiness, blurred vision, or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery during treatment with this medicine if you experience any of these symptoms.
Hypotension
Symptomatic hypotension may occur in patients with volume depletion or patients who are treated with high-dose diuretics. It is advised to correct this condition before initiating treatment with this combination medicine.
Hyperkalemia
Use of this medicine may increase the potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). This may cause serious side effects such as fatal cardiac rhythm irregularities. It is advised to avoid potassium-rich foods (potatoes, bananas) and other medicines that may increase potassium levels (ACE inhibitors and potassium supplements) during treatment with this medicine.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

General Instructions
Take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Drink an adequate amount of water. Monitoring of kidney function and electrolytes levels is necessary while taking this medicine. Report any adverse effects to the doctor on priority. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.