Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL
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Introduction of Starpress D Tablet XL
Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL is 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. Early treatment with this medicine improves chances of survival in patients of heart attack.
Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL is a combination of antihypertensive and diuretic medicines.
Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL is a combination of antihypertensive and diuretic medicines.
Uses of Starpress D Tablet XL
Benefits of Starpress D Tablet XL
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It 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 helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.
Side effects of Starpress D Tablet XL
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 Starpress D
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Slow heart rate
- Increased blood uric acid
- Decreased potassium level in blood
- Glucose intolerance
- Altered blood lipid level
- Cold extremities
- Decreased magnesium level in blood
- Increased calcium level in blood
How to use Starpress D Tablet XL
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. Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL 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
Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL 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
Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL is not recommended in these patients.
Use of Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL is not recommended in these patients.
Liver
CAUTION
Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Starpress D Tablet XL?
If you miss a dose of Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL, 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.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Starpress D Tablet XL
- 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 Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL 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.
- Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL 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
User feedback
Patients taking Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL
Once A Day
88%
Twice A Day
12%
What are you using Starpress D Tablet XL for?
High blood pr*
100%
*High blood pressure
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
100%
What were the side-effects while using Starpress D 25mg/12.5mg Tablet XL?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
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