Chlortag
Chlortag Products are primarily used for
About Chlortag Products
Uses of Chlortag Products
Chlorthalidone is used for Hypertension (high blood pressure) and Edema. It treats oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.
Chlortag Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Chlortag are Headache, Nausea1a, Dizziness.
How Chlortag Products work
Chlorthalidone is a diuretic which lowers blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.
Patient Concerns about Chlortag Products
Frequently asked questions about Chlortag Products
Frequently asked questions about Chlorthalidone
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Chlortag 12.5mg Tablet?
No, do not take alcohol while on treatment with Chlortag 12.5mg Tablet. Taking alcohol with Chlortag 12.5mg Tablet may lower your blood pressure suddenly making you feel dizzy and lightheaded.
Q. What happens if I take more than the recommended dose of Chlortag 12.5mg Tablet?
If you take more than the prescribed dose of Chlortag 12.5mg Tablet, you may experience nausea, lightheadedness, weakness, fast or irregular heartbeat, sleepiness, muscle cramps and pain, difficulty in breathing. Taking this medicine in high doses may even cause a heart attack. In a situation like this, contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency help in a nearby hospital.
Q. Can I take ibuprofen with Chlortag 12.5mg Tablet?
This combination is best avoided since the two medicines may interfere with each other. However, if your doctor advises you to take both ibuprofen and Chlortag 12.5mg Tablet, you will need to keep a regular check on your blood pressure and also monitor your kidney function tests.
Q. Does Chlortag 12.5mg Tablet increase uric acid? Can it cause gout?
Yes, Chlortag 12.5mg Tablet may raise uric acid levels. However, the occurrence of gout due to Chlortag 12.5mg Tablet is very rare.
Q. Does Chlortag 12.5mg Tablet cause skin cancer?
No, there have been no reports of Chlortag 12.5mg Tablet causing skin cancer. However, in rare cases, this medicine can make the skin more sensitive to sunlight than usual. If you are exposed to direct sunlight you may get skin rash, so wear protective clothing and use sunscreen.
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