Natrilam 10 Tablet SR


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Servier India Private Limited
Active Ingredient Amlodipine (10mg) + Indapamide (1.5mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassCARDIAC
User Rating4.3
User Reviews625

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Natrilam Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Natrilam 10, 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

Natrilam 10 Tablet SR Reviews

Natrilam 10 is a medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It is a combination of two medicines that effectively controls blood pressure when a single medication is not effective.

Natrilam 10 should be taken with food 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.

Glucose intolerance, ankle swelling, headache, and decreased potassium level 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.

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 Natrilam 10 Tablet SR Works

Amlodipine and indapamide which lower blood pressure effectively. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker which relaxes blood vessels and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Indapamide is a diuretic which removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced. Over time it also works by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow.

How to Use Natrilam 10 Tablet SR

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. Natrilam 10 is to be taken with food.

Uses of Natrilam 10 Tablet SR

  • Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Natrilam 10 Tablet SR Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Natrilam 10 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.
Liver  CAUTION
Natrilam 10 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Natrilam 10 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Natrilam 10.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Natrilam 10 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Kidney  CAUTION
Natrilam 10 should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Natrilam 10 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Natrilam 10 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Natrilam 10 may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.

Quick Tips

  • It also lowers your risk of stroke and heart attack.
  • Natrilam 10 helps in the treatment of high blood pressure.
  • Natrilam 10 helps in the treatment of high blood pressure.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • It also lowers your risk of stroke and heart attack.
  • It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • 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.
  • Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
  • 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.

References

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  2. ScienceDirect. Amlodipine.
  3. Amlodipine besylate [Prescribing Information]. New Year, NY: Pfizer Labs; 2013.
  4. Amlodipine besylate. New York, New York: Pfizer Inc.; 1987 [revised May 2011].

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