Use:
Thyis medication is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It works by combining two medicines to control blood pressure when one medication does not work. It reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke by lowering high blood pressure.
Indication:
This medicine can be taken at any time of the day with or without food. However, it is recommended that it be taken at the same time every day. Keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor tells you to. Even if you are feeling fine, do not stop taking this medicine because high blood pressure usually does not have any symptoms. Stopping this medicine may worsen your condition. You can also keep your blood pressure in check by exercising regularly, losing weight, and following a healthy diet. Follow your doctor’s instructions while taking this medication.
Side Effects:
It can cause swelling in the ankle, headaches, coughing, weakness and fatigue. It can also make you dizzy, so avoid driving or doing anything that requires concentration until you understand how it affects you. It can also increase the amount of potassium in your blood, so avoid eating potassium-rich foods or taking potassium supplements. During treatment, you may be required to have regular monitoring of your blood pressure, renal function and electrolytes levels.
Safety Advice:
Before taking it, inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consult their doctor before taking this medicinal product. You should also inform your doctor about other medications you are taking, particularly those used to treat hypertension or heart disease.
