CTD 12.5mg Tablet
Ipca Laboratories Ltd

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In-stock 15 tablets in 1 strip
131.95

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
High blood pressure Oedema

COMPOSITION:
Chlorthalidone (12.5mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
cardiac

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Taking Chlorthalidone with alcohol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

CTD 12.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

SAFE
Lactation
SAFE

CTD 12.5mg Tablet is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

CTD 12.5mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

Kidney

CTD 12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of CTD 12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of CTD 12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in these patients.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

CTD 12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of CTD 12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of CTD 12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Chlorthalidone   12.5mg

Uses of CTD Tablet
CTD 12.5mg Tablet is used in high blood pressure and oedema.It treats oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.

How to use CTD Tablet
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. CTD 12.5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How CTD Tablet works
CTD 12.5mg Tablet is a thiazide diuretic. It lowers blood pressure and fluid retention in edema by removing the extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also works by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow.

Side Effects:

Common Headache, Nausea, Increased blood uric acid, Decreased potassium level in blood, Glucose intolerance, Altered blood lipids.

Expert advice for CTD Tablet
Ctd 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 Ctd, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Q. Can I take chlorthalidone/Hydrazine 12.5 with ibuprofen/Excedrin/Tylenol?
There is no observed drug interaction. Always consult your doctor regarding its use

Q. Can amitriptyline cause weight loss: gain/cough/low potassium/high blood sugar/erectile dysfunction?
Amitriptyline can cause low potassium/high blood pressure. Patients should consult the doctor regarding the possible side effects.