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Aten-H 12.5 Tablet

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Introduction of Aten-H Tablet

Aten-H 12.5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It helps to control blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It also helps to reduce chances of any future heart attack and stroke.

Aten-H 12.5 Tablet is a combination of antihypertensive and diuretic medicines.

Uses of Aten-H Tablet

Benefits of Aten-H Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Aten-H 12.5 Tablet blocks the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down your heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force. Additionally, it eliminates excess water from the body and increases urine output. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

Side effects of Aten-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 Aten-H

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Cold extremities
  • Increased blood uric acid
  • Decreased potassium level in blood
  • Glucose intolerance
  • Slow heart rate
  • Decreased sodium level in blood
  • Decreased magnesium level in blood
  • Increased calcium level in blood
  • Increased blood lipid level

How to use Aten-H 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. Aten-H 12.5 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Aten-H 12.5 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aten-H 12.5 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aten-H 12.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Aten-H 12.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Aten-H 12.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aten-H 12.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended and can help in better dose adjustment.
Liver
CAUTION
Aten-H 12.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Aten-H 12.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Aten-H Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Aten-H 12.5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Aten-H 12.5 Tablet
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Atenova H 50mg/12.5mg Tablet
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Atedac H 50mg/12.5mg Tablet
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Atewin H 50mg/12.5mg Tablet
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Betacard H 50 mg/12.5 mg Tablet
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51% cheaper
Curilol H 50mg/12.5mg Tablet
Curis Lifecare
β‚Ή6.1/tablet
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Quick tips

Aten-H Tablet

  • It is a combination of two blood pressure lowering medications used for the treatment of high blood pressure.
  • It can be taken with or without food.
  • Do not stop taking Aten-H 12.5 Tablet suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
  • It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
  • It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you're diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
  • Aten-H 12.5 Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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What would be alternative for this medicine for same salt composition of some lower price. Name of the medicine -- ( Telmisartan 40 mg and Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg tablets USP
Dr. Nabajit Talukdar
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Telma h 40/12.5
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Stunting done in 2011. All reports including echo are coming normal since then. One medicine cardiac H or remipril is shooting cough. What substitute I can take which can fix cough.?
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Interventional Cardiology
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