HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet
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Composition Telmisartan (40mg) + Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5mg)
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Description: Product introduction HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet contains two medicines, both of which help to control high blood pressure. It is generally used when one medicine alone is not controlling the blood pressure effectively. Lowering blood pressure helps to reduce your risk of having a heart attack or a stroke in the future. You can take HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It’s important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. It contains a diuretic (water pill) and will make you urinate more, so it is best to avoid taking this medicine within four hours of going to bed. Use this medicine regularly even if you feel better to get the most from it. High blood pressure does not usually have symptoms and if you stop taking it your risk of heart attack or stroke may increase. The most common side effect is dizziness. Other side effects include feeling tired, nausea, shortness of breath, and changes to your heartbeat. Frequent urination is not a side effect of this medicine. It is the purpose of this medicine as frequent urination helps control your blood pressure. You may experience other possible side effects, but most are rare. Make sure you read the leaflet that comes with your medicines and tell your doctor if you are bothered by side effects or they do not go away. It may be possible to adjust your dose or try a different medicine. Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless your doctor has told you to. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. You should ask your doctor before taking it if you have kidney or liver disease, heart trouble or diabetes. Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may cause side effects.
- Product composition:
- Telmisartan (40mg) + Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5mg)
- Pregnancy interaction:
- Safety advice 1. Alcohol Status: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Description: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. 2. Pregnancy Status: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Description: HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. 3. Breast feeding Status: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Description: HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. 4. Driving Status: UNSAFE Description: HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. 5. Kidney Status: CAUTION Description: HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. 6. Liver Status: CAUTION Description: HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
- Side Effects:
- Side effects of HT Guard H Tablet 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 them Common side effects of HT Guard H Fatigue Dizziness Nausea Decreased magnesium level in blood
- How to use:
- How to use HT Guard H Tablet INSTRUCTIONS: 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. HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- How it works:
- How HT Guard H Tablet works CONTENT: HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines:
- Faq for medicine:
- Q1: What should I avoid while taking HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet? A1: You should avoid potassium supplements or salt substitutes, unless advised by your doctor. Also, avoid alcohol consumption as doing so can further lower your blood pressure and may cause some side effects. In addition to that, avoid getting dehydrated, drink enough fluids during exercise and in hot weather. The medicine may make you dizzy so avoid driving, using machinery or doing anything that needs concentration unless you know how this medicine affects you. If you feel dizzy, lie down so you do not faint. Then sit for a few moments before standing to prevent feeling dizzy again. Q2: What will happen if I stop taking HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet? A2: You should not stop taking HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first. If you do stop taking it, your blood pressure may rise and you may put yourself at greater risk of having a heart attack or a stroke. If you experience side effects, such as dizziness, nausea, diarrhea etc., talk to your doctor. Q3: Is it safe to take HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet for a long time? A3: HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet is generally safe to take for a long time. Remember to follow your doctor's advice/instructions. Q4: How long will I be taking HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet for? A4: You may have to take HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet for a long-term or even lifelong. The medicine only keeps your blood pressure under control for as long as you are taking it. Therefore, it is advised to continue your medication and follow your doctor's advice. Q5: What if HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet doesn’t make me feel any better? A5: High blood pressure does not usually have any symptoms, so you may not feel ill if there is any change in the blood pressure. Therefore, this medicine may not make you feel “better”. This does not mean that you can stop the medicine as they are working in the background to reduce your risk of serious illness. Q6: Can HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet affect my fertility or sex life? A6: HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet may very rarely lead to erectile dysfunction (inability to gain or maintain an erection). Consult your doctor if you are worried or notice some changes. However, untreated hypertension (high blood pressure) itself can lead to erectile dysfunction, therefore it is important that you take your medicine regularly and keep a track of your blood pressure. Q7: What other lifestyle changes should I make while taking HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet? A7: Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy if you are taking HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet. Avoid taking excess salt in your diet and find ways to reduce or manage stress in your life. Practice yoga or meditation or take up a hobby. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also helps to reduce stress levels and helps to keep your blood pressure normal. Stop smoking and alcohol consumption as this helps in lowering your blood pressure and preventing heart problems. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and fat-free products. Consult your doctor if you need any further guidance to get the maximum benefit of HT Guard H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet and to keep yourself healthy.
