Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet
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Introduction of Enzochlor Tablet
Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It also helps to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack. It should be taken in the morning with food to avoid frequent urination at night.
Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of an antihypertensive and a diuretic medicine
Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of an antihypertensive and a diuretic medicine
Uses of Enzochlor Tablet
Benefits of Enzochlor Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also 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 Enzochlor 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 Enzochlor
- Glucose intolerance
- Sleepiness
- Ankle swelling
- Headache
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Tiredness
- Palpitations
- Nausea
- Increased blood uric acid
- Decreased potassium level in blood
- Altered blood lipid level
How to use Enzochlor 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. Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in these patients.
Use of Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in these patients.
Liver
CAUTION
Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Enzochlor Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg 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.
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Quick tips
Enzochlor Tablet
- Enzochlor 5mg/12.5mg Tablet helps in the treatment of high blood pressure.
- It also lowers your risk of stroke and heart attack.
- Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
- It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension). Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood pressure, kidney function and the levels of salts such as potassium in your blood while you are taking this medicine.
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