Chlorthalidone (12.5mg)
CTD 12.5 Tablet makes you lose excess water through urine. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. This medicine should be taken only during day time to avoid frequent urination at night. You must take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor and never stop it abruptly without consulting the doctor. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This may lead to your blood pressure rising again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to reduce your salt intake.Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, and dizziness. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you. Before taking this medicine, it is better to let your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should consult a doctor before taking it. You must inform the doctor about all the other medicines that you are taking apart from this medicine.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of CTD
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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. CTD 12.5 Tablet is to be taken with food.
CTD 12.5 Tablet is a diuretic which lowers blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.
Related Warnings
CTD 12.5 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
CTD 12.5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CTD 12.5 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Its slow clearance may lead to accumulation in the infant.
CTD 12.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CTD 12.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of CTD 12.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of CTD 12.5 Tablet is not recommended in these patients.
CTD 12.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of CTD 12.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of CTD 12.5 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
No, do not take alcohol while on treatment with CTD 12.5 Tablet. Taking alcohol with CTD 12.5 Tablet may lower your blood pressure suddenly making you feel dizzy and lightheaded.
If you take more than the prescribed dose of CTD 12.5 Tablet, you may experience nausea, lightheadedness, weakness, fast or irregular heartbeat, sleepiness, muscle cramps and pain, difficulty in breathing. Taking this medicine in high doses may even cause a heart attack. In a situation like this, contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency help in a nearby hospital.
This combination is best avoided since the two medicines may interfere with each other. However, if your doctor advises you to take both ibuprofen and CTD 12.5 Tablet, you will need to keep a regular check on your blood pressure and also monitor your kidney function tests.
Yes, CTD 12.5 Tablet may raise uric acid levels. However, the occurrence of gout due to CTD 12.5 Tablet is very rare.
No, there have been no reports of CTD 12.5 Tablet causing skin cancer. However, in rare cases, this medicine can make the skin more sensitive to sunlight than usual. If you are exposed to direct sunlight you may get skin rash, so wear protective clothing and use sunscreen.
