Prescription Required

CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

by Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Chlorthalidone (6.25mg)

₹114₹102

11% off
CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

Introduction to CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

This drug helps to treat hypertension which includes high blood pressure in the body. It is effective in treating edema and helps to reduce the high blood pressure in blood vessels and improve blood flow. 

Safety Advice for CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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Taken with the help of a doctor's recommendation before taking this medicine. Should avoid use of this drug in case of liver disease.

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Dose adjustment is required to avoid impact on the kidney. Avoid use of drug in case of renal disease.

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Taking with alcohol can increase the risk of adverse effect. It may cause difficult to concentrate.

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It does cause sleepiness or dizziness that can affect your ability to drive.

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No much information is available regarding it. However, consult your doctor before taking this drug.

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You should avoid breastfeeding until full course of treatment is complete.

How CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s works

Chlorthalidone is effective in the treatment of hypertension due to its diuretic properties. It enhances the effect of anti-hypertensive drugs during severe hypertension.

How To Use CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

  • Do not chew or break before.
  • Take proper dose as per doctor’s recommendations.
  • Finish the full course for proper effect.

Special Precautions About CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

  • It should be taken with food.
  • Take advice from your doctor if you are allergic.

Benefits Of CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

  • It is effective in treatment of high blood pressure.
  • This drug also helps to reduce the excess fluid level in the body and treat edema that associated with kidney, heart, lung or liver disease.

Side Effects Of CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Frequent urination

Similar Medicine Of CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

What If I Missed A Dose Of CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

  • If you miss your dose then take the dose immediately. 
  • If you are too late to take the dose and the next dose timing is near, then follow the next dose. 
  • You should avoid double the dose to avoid overdose. 

Health And Lifestyle

You should take healthy food with less salt. Need to perform physical exercise on regular basis. You should maintain healthy weight. Reduce the intake of alcohol and quit smoking Take proper sleep of 7 to 9 hours daily.

Drug Interaction

  • Hypotension drug (Acelofenac)
  • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (Acemetacin)

Drug Food Interaction

  • Grapefruit
  • Juice

Disease Explanation

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Hypertension is also known as raise in blood pressure in the body. It is a condition in which blood vessels may face resistance in blood flow due to formation of edema in the vessels. It increase the pressure on the particular blood vessels that increases the blood pressure in the human body.

FAQ's on CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

How long does it take for chlorthalidone to lower blood pressure?

How long does chlorthalidone take to work? The diuretic effect (more urination) will usually start within about 2-3 hours after taking your dose. You can expect to see blood pressure changes within a few days of starting chlorthalidone.

What is the best pill for high blood pressure?

For most people, the first-choice medication for high blood pressure is a thiazide diuretic. For other people, a diuretic alone is not enough to control blood pressure. In these cases, a diuretic may be combined with a beta-blocker, ACE inhibitor, angiotensin II receptor blocker, or calcium channel blocker.

What is CTD medicine?

Ctd T 6.25/80mg Tablet contains a combination of Chlorthalidone and Telmisartan, used to lower the raised blood pressure when it cannot be managed using single component medicine. It belongs to a clas. It is broadly classified as antihypertensive medications.

Does CTD increase uric acid? Can it cause gout?

Yes, CTD may raise uric acid levels. However, the occurrence of gout due to CTD is very rare.

Does CTD cause skin cancer?

No, there have been no reports of CTD 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.

Does chlorthalidone lower heart rate?

It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. Chlorthalidone is a "water pill" (diuretic) and causes your body to get rid of extra salt and water.

What happens if I take more than the recommended dose of CTD?

If you take more than the prescribed dose of CTD, you may experience nausea, lightheadedness, weakness, fast or irregular heart beat, 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.

What is the best time of the day to take chlorthalidone?

Chlorthalidone comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It usually is taken once a day or every other day after a meal, preferably breakfast. It is best to take this medicine in the morning to avoid going to the bathroom during the night.

How long does it take for water pills to start working?

You usually take gentle, long acting diuretics by mouth once each day in the morning. The effects of bendroflumethiazide (bendrofluazide) start within 1-2 hours of taking and can make you pass more urine for the first 14 days when taking it.

Can I take ibuprofen with CTD?

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, you will need to keep a regular check on your blood pressure and also monitor your kidney function tests.

Can I drink alcohol while taking CTD?

No, do not take alcohol while on treatment with CTD. Taking alcohol with CTD may lower your blood pressure suddenly making you feel dizzy and lightheaded.

Can you stop taking water pills?

You should not use this medicine if you are unable to urinate. Do not stop using this medicine suddenly, even if you feel fine. Stopping suddenly may cause serious or life-threatening heart problems. Follow your doctors instructions about tapering your dose.

What happens when you stop taking chlorthalidone?

You should not stop using atenolol and chlorthalidone suddenly. Stopping suddenly may make your condition worse. Some things can cause your blood pressure to get too low. This includes vomiting, diarrhea, or heavy sweating.

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Nish Kumar

B.Pharma + MBA

Content Updated on

Sunday, 14 July, 2024

Prescription Required

CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

by Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Chlorthalidone (6.25mg)

₹114₹102

11% off
CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

CTD 6.25mg Tablet 15s

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