HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG CAPSULE


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Cipla Ltd
Active Ingredient Atenolol (50mg) + Amiloride (2.5mg) + Hydrochlorothiazide (25mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassCARDIAC
User Rating4.5
User Reviews579

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Hipres D Capsule?
If you miss a dose of HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG, 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.
Answer

HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG CAPSULE Reviews

HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It is a combination of medicines that helps to control blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It helps to reduce chances of any future heart attack and stroke.

HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG should be taken on empty stomach preferably in the morning to avoid frequent urination at night. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and slow heart rate are some common side effects of this medicine. Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or do not go away.  Drink plenty of fluids while taking medicine to overcome muscle weakness, dry mouth, and extreme thirst. Dizziness or headache may occur due to low blood pressure, hence rise slowly from sitting position or avoid driving. It is advised to avoid the intake of potassium rich food and supplements while taking this medicine.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. You should have your blood pressure, kidney function, level of electrolytes, and blood sugar level checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.

How HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG CAPSULE Works

HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG is a combination of three medicines:.

How to Use HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG CAPSULE

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG CAPSULE

  • In Hypertension (high blood pressure): HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG 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.

Uses of HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG CAPSULE

  • Hypertension (high blood pressure)

HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG CAPSULE Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Liver  CAUTION
HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  CAUTION
HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG.
Driving  UNSAFE
HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG 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.

Quick Tips

  • Take it in the morning on an empty stomach to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
  • It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
  • It may increase the level of potassium in your blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
  • Monitor your blood pressure after starting HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG and notify your doctor if it does not lower down.
  • It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how HIPRES D 50MG/2.5MG/25MG affects you.

References

  1. Drugs.com. Amiloride Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings.
  2. Hydrochlorothiazide. Morgantown, West Virginia: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2011.
  3. Atenolol. Ruislip, Middlesex: Thame Laboratories; 2015.

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