Indafine 1.25mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Indafine 1.25mg 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.
Indafine 1.25mg Tablet may be used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure.
Indafine 1.25mg Tablet may be used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure.
Uses of Indafine Tablet
Benefits of Indafine Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Indafine 1.25mg 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.
In Treatment of Edema
Edema is caused by your body retaining too much water. Indafine 1.25mg Tablet helps get rid of the extra water and electrolytes from your body by increasing the amount of urine produced. This enables your body to get rid of extra water thereby relieving symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, or abdomen. Therefore, you can carry out your daily activities more comfortably. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes to get maximum benefits.
Side effects of Indafine Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Indafine
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Gastrointesinal symptoms
- Muscle cramp
- Rash
How to use Indafine 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. Indafine 1.25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Indafine Tablet works
Indafine 1.25mg 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Indafine 1.25mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Indafine 1.25mg 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
Indafine 1.25mg 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
Indafine 1.25mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Indafine 1.25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Indafine 1.25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Indafine 1.25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Indafine 1.25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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What if you forget to take Indafine Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Indafine 1.25mg 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- It makes you feel dizzy. Avoid driving and attention requiring activity until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid alcohol intake while taking Indafine 1.25mg Tablet as it may increase the dizziness.
- It may cause a sudden drop of sodium level in blood. Avoid low sodium diet while you are taking this medication.
- Monitor your blood pressure after starting Indafine 1.25mg Tablet, and notify your doctor if it does not lower down.
- Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that does not go away.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Thiazide (Related heterocyclics)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Low-ceiling Diuretics (Inhibitors of Na+Cl symport)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can Indafine 1.25mg Tablet cause gout?
Use of Indafine 1.25mg Tablet may impact the patients already diagnosed with gout. Inform your doctor if you have gout before starting Indafine 1.25mg 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 Indafine 1.25mg Tablet. Your doctor may advise regular monitoring of uric acid.
Can Indafine 1.25mg Tablet increase blood sugar?
Indafine 1.25mg 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 Indafine 1.25mg Tablet.
Does Indafine 1.25mg Tablet make you sleepy?
No, Indafine 1.25mg 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.
Does Indafine 1.25mg Tablet make you urinate more?
Use of Indafine 1.25mg Tablet tend to increase the frequency of urination in some patients. Indafine 1.25mg 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.
How long does it take Indafine 1.25mg Tablet to start working?
The action of Indafine 1.25mg Tablet is gradual. While the initial effects may be seen within a week, it may take several months to experience the full benefits.
Can I take Indafine 1.25mg Tablet for weight loss?
No, Indafine 1.25mg 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 Indafine 1.25mg Tablet, it may be due to fluid loss and not due to body fat.
Is it safe to take Indafine 1.25mg 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 Indafine 1.25mg 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 Indafine 1.25mg Tablet may enhance this imbalance. Therefore, it should be stopped for 2-3 days.
How much fluid should I drink while taking Indafine 1.25mg Tablet?
It is usually best to drink normal amounts of fluids while taking Indafine 1.25mg 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.
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Expires on or after: February, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
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Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Indafine 1.25mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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