Zilarta-CT 40 Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Micro Labs Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Azilsartan medoxomil (40mg) + Chlorthalidone (12.5mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| User Rating | 4.5 |
| User Reviews | 696 |
FAQ
What if you forget to take Zilarta-CT Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Zilarta-CT 40, 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.
Zilarta-CT 40 Tablet Reviews
Zilarta-CT 40 is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. It also removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body.
Zilarta-CT 40 can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Never skip any doses and finish a full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
It may cause side effects like tiredness, decreased potassium level in blood, decreased blood pressure, increased creatinine level in blood, and increased uric acid level in blood. It is advised to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine. It may cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is required while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding if you have ever had any problems with your blood circulation or have liver or kidney problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
Zilarta-CT 40 can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Never skip any doses and finish a full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
It may cause side effects like tiredness, decreased potassium level in blood, decreased blood pressure, increased creatinine level in blood, and increased uric acid level in blood. It is advised to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine. It may cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is required while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding if you have ever had any problems with your blood circulation or have liver or kidney problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
How Zilarta-CT 40 Tablet Works
Zilarta-CT 40 is a combination of two medicines: Azilsartan medoxomil and Chlorthalidone which lower blood pressure effectively. Azilsartan medoxomil is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels.This allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic that removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.
How to Use Zilarta-CT 40 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. Zilarta-CT 40 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Zilarta-CT 40 Tablet
- In Hypertension (high blood pressure): Zilarta-CT 40 relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also 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 Zilarta-CT 40 Tablet
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Zilarta-CT 40 Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zilarta-CT 40 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.
Kidney
CAUTION
Zilarta-CT 40 should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zilarta-CT 40 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Zilarta-CT 40 is not recommended in these patients.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zilarta-CT 40 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Zilarta-CT 40 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zilarta-CT 40 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Liver
CAUTION
Zilarta-CT 40 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zilarta-CT 40 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Zilarta-CT 40 is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Quick Tips
- It may also decrease the risk of stroke and heart attacks.
- Use of Zilarta-CT 40 during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.
- Zilarta-CT 40 may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, very dry mouth or muscle weakness.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- You have been prescribed Zilarta-CT 40 for the treatment of high blood pressure.