Azilsartan Medoxomil + Chlorthalidone

Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

• Azilsartan Medoxomil + Chlorthalidone is available for use as tablets, which is taken orally.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is intended for use in adults.

Contraindications

• The medicine is contraindicated in patients with an inability to produce urine (anuria).

• It is also contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity to any component of this product.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Azilsartan Medoxomil + Chlorthalidone may interact with other blood pressure lowering medicines (such as amlodipine, enalapril), potassium-sparing diuretics (such as spironolactone, eplerenone), and NSAIDs (such as ibuprofen, naproxen). It can also interact with lithium-containing medications and certain diabetes medications (such as metformin, insulin).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdosage of Azilsartan Medoxomil + Chlorthalidone may lead to low blood pressure, electrolyte imbalances, and dehydration. If such symptoms occur, immediate medical attention should be sought.

• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• Drinking plenty of water can help manage dizziness and fatigue.

• Resting or lying down can help manage dizziness.

• Eating small meals frequently can help manage nausea.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Azilsartan Medoxomil + Chlorthalidone may cause dizziness or fatigue. If you experience these side effects, avoid driving or operating machinery.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Azilsartan Medoxomil + Chlorthalidone can cause harm to the foetus when administered to a pregnant woman. Discontinue the medicine as soon as possible once pregnancy is detected.

• It is not known if azilsartan is excreted in human milk, but chlorthalidone is. Consult your doctor before using this medicine while breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with impaired renal function should use Azilsartan Medoxomil + Chlorthalidone with caution.

• Patients with conditions associated with changes in electrolyte levels, like hypokalemia (low potassium levels) and hyperuricemia (high uric acid levels), should take this medicine with caution.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Limiting the consumption of salt can help manage high blood pressure.

• Regular physical activity, such as walking or cycling, can also aid in controlling blood pressure.

• Avoiding alcohol and tobacco can contribute to better management of hypertension.

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