Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet 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.

Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet 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.

Uses of Altoran-CH Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Altoran-CH Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet 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.

Side effects of Altoran-CH 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 Altoran-CH

Dizziness
Tiredness
Decreased potassium level in blood
Decreased blood pressure
Increased creatinine level in blood
Increased uric acid level in blood

How to use Altoran-CH 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. Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Altoran-CH Tablet works

Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet 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.

Driving

UNSAFE

Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet is not recommended in these patients.

Liver

CAUTION

Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Altoran-CH Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Altoran CH 40mg/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.

Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet

₹11.5/Tablet

Aztric CT 25 Tablet

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹17.4/tablet

51% costlier

Zilarbi CT 25 Tablet

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹13.1/tablet

14% costlier

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
It can be taken with or without food.
Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, very dry mouth or muscle weakness.
It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Use of Altoran CH 40mg/25mg Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.
It may also decrease the risk of stroke and heart attacks.

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References

European Medicine Agency. Assessment report: Azilsartan medoxomil; 2011.[Accessed 24 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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