Manufacturers

Concertina Pharma Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Indapamide (1.5mg)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In Hypertension (high blood pressure) IND SR 1.5mg Tablet is known as a water pill, which increases urine output thereby lowering blood pressure. If your blood pressure is controlled, you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.

Benefits

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. IND SR 1.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Description

IND SR 1.5mg Tablet is a diuretic (water pill) medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It also reduces excess fluid levels in the body and treats edema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney, or lung disease.IND SR 1.5mg Tablet makes you lose excess water through urine. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. This medicine should be taken only during day time to avoid frequent urination at night. You must take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor and never stop it abruptly without consulting the doctor. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse.It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to reduce your salt intake.Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, and rashes. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you. Before taking this medicine, it is better to let your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before taking it. You must inform the doctor about all the other medicines that you are taking apart from this medicine. Regular monitoring of kidney function and electrolytes is important while using this medicine.

How To Use

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. IND SR 1.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

IND SR 1.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

IND SR 1.5mg Tablet 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 : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

IND SR 1.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE

IND SR 1.5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION

IND SR 1.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of IND SR 1.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION

IND SR 1.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of IND SR 1.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.However, the use of $med_name is contraindicated in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

If Miss

If you miss a dose of IND SR 1.5mg Tablet, 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.

Packaging Detail

strip of 10 tablet sr

Package

Strip

Qty

10

Product Form

Tablet SR

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Chemical Class :: Thiazide (Related heterocyclics)|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC|Action Class :: Low-ceiling Diuretics (Inhibitors of Na+Cl symport)

Primary Use

Hypertension (high blood pressure)|Treatment of Edema

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Hypertension (high blood pressure)|Treatment of Edema

Common Side Effect

Dizziness | Headache | Fatigue | Nausea | Gastrointesinal symptoms | Muscle cramp | Rash

Alcoholinteraction

UNSAFE

Pregnancyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactationinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Drivinginteraction

UNSAFE

Kidneyinteraction

CAUTION

Liverinteraction

CAUTION

Manufacturer Address

4-4/10, Sree Guru Datta Nagar, HYDERABAD - 501 511. , Andhra Pradesh, INDIA

Q A

Q. Can IND SR 1.5mg Tablet cause gout?::: Use of IND SR 1.5mg Tablet may impact the patients already diagnosed with gout. Inform your doctor if you have gout before starting IND SR 1.5mg Tablet. The reason being, this medicine can increase the levels of uric acid in blood in these patients. Such patients may experience episodes of gout while on IND SR 1.5mg Tablet. Your doctor may advise regular monitoring of uric acid.| Q. Can IND SR 1.5mg Tablet increase blood sugar?::: IND SR 1.5mg Tablet may increase blood sugar levels in diabetic patients. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes as your insulin requirements may change or the dose of your antidiabetic medicines may need modification. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is important in diabetes patients taking IND SR 1.5mg Tablet.| Q. Does IND SR 1.5mg Tablet make you sleepy?::: No, IND SR 1.5mg Tablet does not make you sleepy. But, if there is excessive loss of salts (hyponatremia, hypokalaemia, or electrolyte imbalance), then it may make you drowsy. Other warning signals of electrolyte imbalance include dry mouth, thirst, weakness, fatigue, lethargy, restlessness, muscle pain or cramps. Electrolyte imbalance may also lead to decreased urine output, increased heart beat and decreased blood pressure. In case you notice any of these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.| Q. Does IND SR 1.5mg Tablet make you urinate more?::: Use of IND SR 1.5mg Tablet tend to increase the frequency of urination in some patients. IND SR 1.5mg Tablet belongs to thiazide class of medicines which are diuretics. These medicines make your body get rid of extra fluid through your kidneys. This also increases the amount of salts (sodium and potassium) and water that you get rid off from the body, helping in decreasing the blood pressure.| Q. How long does it take IND SR 1.5mg Tablet to start working?::: The action of IND SR 1.5mg Tablet is gradual. While the initial effects may be seen within a week, it may take several months to experience the full benefits. | Q. Can I take IND SR 1.5mg Tablet for weight loss?::: No, IND SR 1.5mg Tablet is not a medicine for weight loss. This medicine is used to lower high blood pressure and to reduce fluid overload in cases of heart failure. In case you experience weight loss while taking IND SR 1.5mg Tablet, it may be due to fluid loss and not due to body fat.| Q. Is it safe to take IND SR 1.5mg Tablet if I am ill?::: If you are sick or have fever with sweating or are experiencing vomiting or diarrhea, you should contact your doctor. To cope up with these, you may be advised to stop IND SR 1.5mg Tablet for 2-3 days and continue it after you are well. The reason being, if you are sick, then there can be electrolyte imbalance. Taking IND SR 1.5mg Tablet may enhance this imbalance. Therefore, it should be stopped for 2-3 days.| Q. How much fluid should I drink while taking IND SR 1.5mg Tablet?::: It is usually best to drink normal amounts of fluids while taking IND SR 1.5mg Tablet. It is important not to remain thirsty for long periods and to keep yourself hydrated. If you have heart failure or kidney failure, then you need to restrict your fluid intake after discussing with your doctor.

How It Works

IND SR 1.5mg Tablet is a thiazide diuretic. It lowers blood pressure by removing the extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also works by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow.

Interaction

IND SR 1.5mg Tablet & Glystal 50mg Tablet :

Effects of Acarbose may reduce when taken together with Indapamide. | IND SR 1.5mg Tablet & Acarboz 50mg Tablet :

Effects of Acarbose may reduce when taken together with Indapamide. | IND SR 1.5mg Tablet & Acarsafe 50 Tablet :

Effects of Acarbose may reduce when taken together with Indapamide. | IND SR 1.5mg Tablet & AC 50mg Tablet :

Effects of Acarbose may reduce when taken together with Indapamide. | IND SR 1.5mg Tablet & Glubose 25mg Tablet :

Effects of Acarbose may reduce when taken together with Indapamide. | IND SR 1.5mg Tablet & K Carb 50mg Tablet :

Effects of Acarbose may reduce when taken together with Indapamide. | IND SR 1.5mg Tablet & Asucrose 25mg Tablet :

Effects of Acarbose may reduce when taken together with Indapamide. | IND SR 1.5mg Tablet & Cgbose 25mg Tablet :

Effects of Acarbose may reduce when taken together with Indapamide. | IND SR 1.5mg Tablet & Cgbose 50mg Tablet :

Effects of Acarbose may reduce when taken together with Indapamide. | IND SR 1.5mg Tablet & Discarb 25mg Tablet :

Effects of Acarbose may reduce when taken together with Indapamide.

Marketer Details

Concertina Pharma Pvt Ltd | 4-4/10, Sree Guru Datta Nagar, HYDERABAD - 501 511. , Andhra Pradesh, INDIA

Reference

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