CTD L 12.5/50 mg Tablet

CTD L 12.5/50 mg Tablet

Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Uses of CTD L 12.5/50 mg Tablet:
High blood pressure, High blood pressure, Oedema
Composition of CTD L 12.5/50 mg Tablet:
Losartan 50mg + Chlorthalidone 12.5mg
MRP: 152.95 Inclusive of all Taxes
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Description
High blood pressure

Uses

Losartan is generally used in treatment of the treatment of high blood pressure.
Chlorthalidone is generally used in treatment of high blood pressure and oedema Used in treatement of oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.

Side effects

  • Altered blood lipids
  • Back pain
  • Decreased potassium level in blood
  • Dizziness
  • Glucose intolerance
  • Headache
  • Increased blood uric acid
  • Increased potassium level in blood
  • Nausea
  • Sinus inflammation

How to use

Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Losartan, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Losartan is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Chlorthalidone, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Chlorthalidone is to be taken with food.

How it works

Losartan belongs to the category of angiotensin receptor blockers(ARB). It blocks the harmone angiotensin that helps relax the blood vessels and allow the blood to flow smoothly helping the heart to pump blood more efficiently.art to pump more efficiently.
Chlorthalidone is a diuretic drug. It helps lower blood pressure and swelling by eliminiating the excessive electrolytes and water from the body. It also helps in relaxing the blood vessles, thus improving the blood flow.
Q. Is Losartan a blood thinner?
No, Losartan is from a class of medications called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances that tighten the blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently

Q. Is Losartan safe?
Losartan is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.

Q. Is Losartan the same as Losartan potassium?
Yes. Losartan is available in the market as Losartan potassium. So, the salt form of Losartan contains potassium, however, check the bottle before use

Q. Is Losartan generic?
Yes, it is the generic drug

Q. Is Losartan a water pill?
No, it belongs to a class of medications called angiotensin II receptor antagonists

Q. Is Losartan gluten free?
Yes. Losartan is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Q. Does Losartan contain potassium?
Losartan is available in the market as Losartan potassium. So, the salt form of Losartan contains potassium, however, check the bottle before use

Q. Can I take Losartan with Benadryl/atenolol/Xanax/Viagra/Nyquil/metoprolol?
Atenolol, metoprolol and Xanax may lower blood pressure when taken along with Losartan. No clinically observed drug interaction is observed with Viagra, Nyquil, and alcohol. Please follow doctor’s advice regarding its use

Q. Does Losartan cause constipation/infrequent urination/ drowsiness/ headache/ itching/ cough/ lower heart rate?
Losartan causes headache, drowsiness. Constipation, infrequent urination, itching, cough and low heart rate are not reported. Patient should fallow doctor’s advice regarding the possible side effects.

Q. What is Chlorthalidone/Hydrazine 12.5?
Chlorthalidone belongs to class of medications called thiazide diuretics

Q. Is Chlorthalidone/Hydrazine 12.5 a generic drug?
Yes, Chlorthalidone is the generic name and hydrazine 12.5 is brand name

Q. Is Chlorthalidone an ace inhibitor/potassium sparing diuretic/sulfa drug/benzodiazepine/a blood thinner?
No, Chlorthalidone belongs to class of medication called as thiazide diuretics

Q. Is Chlorthalidone a water pill?
Yes, it is a diuretic and also called as ‘water pill'

Q. Is Chlorthalidone better than hydrochlorothiazide?
Chlorthalidone and hydrochlorothiazide belongs to same category of drugs with similar action, but their effect may vary upon individual response
  • You have been prescribed Losartan to improve your blood pressure.Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attack & stroke.It may also be used to treat chronic (long-standing) heart failure.It protects kidney function, which is especially useful for people with diabetes or mild-to-moderate kidney diseases.Losartan can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Take it preferably at bedtime and rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.Losartan may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.Do not take Losartan during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Losartan.
  • Chlorthalidone helps lower blood pressure and also removes excess water from your body.Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.May cause dizziness in the initial days of treatment.Monitor your blood pressure after starting Chlorthalidone, and notify your doctor if it hasn't gone down.Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that doesn't go away.Requires routine blood tests to monitor your kidney function.

Product Details

SKU: PC-38838
Product Description: CTD L 12.5/50 mg Tablet is manufactured by Ipca Laboratories Ltd
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Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
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