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Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet

Manufactured byIpca Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsChlorthalidone
Description
Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet is a diuretic used alone or in combination with other medications in the treatment of high blood pressure. Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet is also used to treat excess fluid build-up in your body tissues caused by various medical conditions including heart, kidney, and liver problems. This medicine works by increasing urine production which eliminates extra water and salt from your body. This helps in controlling your blood pressure as well as reducing swelling due to fluid build-up. Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet shows side effects like headache, stomach upset, weakness, dizziness, etc. You may also experience increased urination, which is one of the ways by which this medicine reduces blood pressure. These side effects are mostly temporary and go away on their own. Seek a doctor's consultation if these side effects do not resolve with time or worsen. Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. For the ease of remembering, take this medicine around the same time every day. Appropriate lifestyle changes like taking a low salt and low-fat diet and regular exercise should be started to get the maximum benefits. This medicine is generally prescribed for long-term use. Avoid the discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Use this medicine with caution if you have kidney or liver problems or diabetes. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications or if you have any other medical condition. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before taking Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet

  • Low blood pressure
  • Photosensitivity
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Restlessness
  • Stomach discomfort

Uses of Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Hypertension
  • Oedema
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet may show its action within 3 hours of taking it.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while you are taking Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of dizziness, low blood pressure, etc. Avoid performing activities that require high mental alertness like driving vehicles or operating machines.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet has no habit-forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Limited data suggest that Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet may harm your developing foetus. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor to understand all risks and benefits associated with the use of this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet may pass into the breastmilk. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet if you are allergic to it. A serious allergic reaction to this medicine is rare. However seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Anuria

Anuria is a condition where the kidney is unable to produce urine. Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in anuria as it may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Limited data suggest that Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet may harm your developing foetus. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor to understand all risks and benefits associated with the use of this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet may pass into the breastmilk. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Liver impairment

Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have a liver problem due to an increase in the risk of side effects. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor the liver function while you are taking this medicine. Report any symptoms of confusion or jaundice (yellow skin discolouration due to increased level of blood pigment called bilirubin) to your doctor on priority.

Volume and electrolyte disturbances

Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet may alter the blood volume levels and electrolyte levels in your body. Hence periodic monitoring of blood pressure and electrolyte levels may be necessary while you are taking this medicine. Report any symptoms such as weakness, lethargy, dry mouth muscle pain, drowsiness, dizziness, irregular heartbeat, etc., to your doctor immediately.

Kidney impairment

Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet may cause azotemia (elevated levels of urea and other nitrogen compounds in the blood) if you have a history of severe renal problems. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your kidney function while you are taking this medicine, and recommend appropriate dose adjustments based on your clinical condition.

Driving vehicles or operating machines

Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some individuals. It is advised that you avoid performing activities that require high mental alertness, like driving vehicles or operating heavy machines, if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

If a dose of Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet is missed, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor if you have accidentally consumed more than the prescribed dose of Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while you are taking Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of dizziness, low blood pressure, etc. Avoid performing activities that require high mental alertness like driving vehicles or operating machines.
Interaction with Medicine

Cisapride

Lithium

Amiodarone

Insulin

Disease interactions

Diabetes

Diabetes refers to high blood sugar levels. Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet should be used with caution as it may increase the blood sugar levels if you have diabetes. Generally, these effects are reversible after stopping this medicine. Hence monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while you are taking this medicine.

Hyperuricemia

Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have hyperuricaemia (an excess of uric acid in the blood) as this medicine decreases uric acid excretion from the body. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Drink plenty of water and electrolytes to avoid dehydration. Take Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet around the same time every day so that it is easy to remember. Try taking Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet during the daytime to avoid frequent urination at night. Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet is prescribed for long-term use so do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. For maximum benefits, you should adapt lifestyle changes like eating a low sodium and low-fat diet, exercising regularly, avoid smoking, etc., along with taking this medicine. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your kidney function and electrolytes levels while you are taking Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet. Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet can cause dizziness, so be careful while standing up from a sitting position.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Ctd 12.5 mg Tablet works by increasing the excretion of water and sodium from the kidneys. This helps in controlling the blood pressure as well as reducing swelling due to fluid build-up.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Thiazide diuretics

Schedule

N/A

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