Zedex Pet
Zedex Pet Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Edema
About Zedex Pet Products
Uses of Chlorthalidone Test sha
Chlorthalidone Test sha is used for Hypertension (high blood pressure) and Edema. It treats oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.
How Zedex Pet Products work
Chlorthalidone Test sha is a diuretic which lowers blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.
Efonidipine side effects
Common
Ankle swelling, Dizziness, Edema (swelling), Fatigue, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Headache, Nausea1a.
How Zedex Pet Products work
Efonidipine is a calcium channel blocker. It regulates the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and reducing the pressure on them, thereby making it easier for the heart to pump more blood throughout the body. In this way, it normalizes the blood pressure in patients with high blood pressure.
Patient Concerns about Zedex Pet
Frequently asked questions about Zedex Pet Products
Frequently asked questions about Chlorthalidone Test sha
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Chlorthalidone Test sha?
No, do not take alcohol while on treatment with Chlorthalidone Test sha. Taking alcohol with Chlorthalidone Test sha may lower your blood pressure suddenly making you feel dizzy and lightheaded.
Q. What happens if I take more than the recommended dose of Chlorthalidone Test sha?
If you take more than the prescribed dose of Chlorthalidone Test sha, you may experience nausea, lightheadedness, weakness, fast or irregular heart beat, sleepiness, muscle cramps and pain, difficulty in breathing. Taking this medicine in high doses may even cause a heart attack. In a situation like this, contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency help in a nearby hospital.
Q. Can I take ibuprofen with Chlorthalidone Test sha?
This combination is best avoided since the two medicines may interfere with each other. However, if your doctor advises you to take both ibuprofen and Chlorthalidone Test sha, you will need to keep a regular check on your blood pressure and also monitor your kidney function tests.
Q. Does Chlorthalidone Test sha increase uric acid? Can it cause gout?
Yes, Chlorthalidone Test sha may raise uric acid levels. However, the occurrence of gout due to Chlorthalidone Test sha is very rare.
Q. Does Chlorthalidone Test sha cause skin cancer?
No, there have been no reports of Chlorthalidone Test sha causing skin cancer. However, in rare cases, this medicine can make the skin more sensitive to sunlight than usual. If you are exposed to direct sunlight you may get skin rash, so wear protective clothing and use sunscreen.
Frequently asked questions about Efonidipine
Q. What is the use of Efonidipine?
Efonidipine is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure. It belongs to a group of medicines which block the calcium channels in the blood vessel. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in patients with high blood pressure. This widens the diameter of the blood vessels which helps the blood to pass through them more easily.
Q. Is Efonidipine bad for the kidneys?
No, there is no evidence that Efonidipine causes deterioration of kidney problems. Efonidipine can be used in normal doses in patients with kidney problems. In fact, its blood pressure-lowering effect helps to prevent injury to the kidneys due to hypertension.
Q. Should I take Efonidipine in the morning or at night?
Efonidipine can be taken anytime in the morning or evening, usually prescribed once daily. You should used this medicine as advised by the doctor. It is advised to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it and consistent levels of medicine are maintained in the body.
Q. How long do I need to take Efonidipine?
You should keep on taking Efonidipine for as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. You may need to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel well or your blood pressure is well controlled. If you stop taking Efonidipine, your blood pressure may increase again and your condition may worsen.
Q. Is Efonidipine a beta-blocker?
No, Efonidipine is not a beta-blocker. It belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can easily flow through the blood vessels.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Efonidipine?
Efonidipine may cause some serious side effects such as liver problems (yellowing of skin, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite), pancreatitis (severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting), and recurrent chest pain which may be indicative of a heart attack. However, these side effects are rarely seen. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medicine to you because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of any potential side effects. Follow your doctor's advice while taking this medicine.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Efonidipine?
Consult your doctor first before starting any new prescription or non-prescription medicines or supplements. Avoid eating grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Efonidipine. Take a low sodium and low fat diet, and adhere to the lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor.
Q. I have developed ankle edema and swelling over my feet after using Efonidipine. What should I do?
Efonidipine can cause ankle or foot swelling. Raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.