Losartan 50mg + Amlodipine 5mg + Chlorthalidone 12.5mg

Losartan 50mg + Amlodipine 5mg + Chlorthalidone 12.5mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is mainly used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults who need more than one medicine to control it.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Long-term control of high blood pressure
• Reducing risk of stroke, heart attack and kidney damage caused by uncontrolled blood pressure
• Used when blood pressure is not controlled by a single blood pressure medicine

HOW IT WORKS

• Losartan blocks a chemical (angiotensin II) that tightens blood vessels, helping vessels relax
• Amlodipine relaxes and widens blood vessels by blocking calcium entry into vessel walls
• Chlorthalidone is a diuretic that helps the kidneys remove extra salt and water, lowering blood volume
• Together they lower blood pressure through three different actions

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for immediate emergency lowering of dangerously high blood pressure
• Not a painkiller or fever medicine
• Not used to treat infections
• Not recommended for use during pregnancy

Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed and continue regular blood pressure monitoring with your doctor.

How to Use Losartan 50mg + Amlodipine 5mg + Chlorthalidone 12.5mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day
• Swallow the tablet with water; do not crush or chew unless your doctor says so
• Try to take it at the same time every day for best effect
• It can be taken with or without food
• Continue taking it even if you feel well, as blood pressure conditions often have no symptoms
• Do not stop suddenly without consulting your doctor

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue as usual
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct heat, light and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Do not use the medicine after its expiry date
• Do not store in the bathroom or near the kitchen sink

Losartan 50mg + Amlodipine 5mg + Chlorthalidone 12.5mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Tiredness or weakness
• Swelling of ankles or feet
• Headache
• Increased urination

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Muscle cramps
• Low blood pressure symptoms like feeling faint on standing
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Dry cough
• Changes in blood sugar or uric acid levels

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe dizziness, fainting or irregular heartbeat
• Signs of high potassium such as weakness, tingling or irregular heartbeat
• Signs of low sodium/potassium such as confusion, severe weakness, muscle cramps
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat, or difficulty breathing (allergic reaction)
• Yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine (liver problems)
• Severe decrease in urination

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Losartan 50mg + Amlodipine 5mg + Chlorthalidone 12.5mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a valid doctor's prescription in India. Do not take it on your own without medical advice.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Have a known allergy to Losartan, Amlodipine, Chlorthalidone or sulfa-related medicines
• Have severe kidney failure or are unable to pass urine
• Have severe liver disease

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver disease
• Have diabetes or gout
• Have heart disease, low blood pressure or heart valve problems
• Are on a salt-restricted diet or have electrolyte imbalances
• Are elderly or take other blood pressure medicines

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure lowering medicines
• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• NSAID pain relievers like ibuprofen taken regularly
• Lithium
• Diabetes medicines, as blood sugar levels may change

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine with alcohol?

Alcohol can increase dizziness and lower blood pressure further, so it is best avoided or limited; ask your doctor.

Will this medicine cure my blood pressure permanently?

No, it controls blood pressure but does not cure the underlying condition, so it usually needs to be continued long-term.

Can I drive after taking this medicine?

• Some people feel dizzy, especially when starting treatment, so avoid driving until you know how the medicine affects you.
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