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CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet


Product introduction

CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet is a combination of medicines used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) when a single medication is not effective. It helps to lower high blood pressure thus reduces chances of future heart attack and stroke.

CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet should be taken with food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. It contains a diuretic (water pill) and will make you urinate more so, it is best to avoid taking this medicine within four hours of going to bed. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well. High blood pressure does not usually have symptoms and if you stop taking it your risk of heart attack or stroke may increase.

The most common side effects of this medicine include ankle swelling, headache, dizziness, tiredness, and taste change. Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or won't go away. Drink plenty of fluids while taking medicine to overcome muscle weakness, dry mouth, and extreme thirst.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. You should have your blood pressure, kidney function, level of electrolytes, and blood sugar level checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.


Uses of CTD-T AM Tablet

Benefits of CTD-T AM Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also eliminates excess water from the body and 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 CTD-T AM 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 CTD-T AM

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Sleepiness
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Increased uric acid level in blood
  • Fatigue
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Visual disturbance
  • Breathlessness
  • Muscle cramp
  • Gastrointestinal disturbance
  • Electrolyte imbalance
  • Increased glucose level in blood
  • Postural hypotension (low blood pressure)
  • Impotence

How to use CTD-T AM 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. CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet is to be taken with food.

How CTD-T AM Tablet works

CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Telmisartan, Amlodipine and Chlorthalidone. Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB). They work by widening and relaxing the blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic which removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body through urine. Over time it also works by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 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
CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take CTD-T AM Tablet?

If you miss a dose of CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 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.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
  • Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.
  • It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
  • CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.
  • Use of CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.

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Patient concerns

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BP130/80 after taking CTD T 80/12.5,swelling in ankle and both feet and gained weight
Dr. Nabajit Talukdar
Cardiology
see me at medanta opd call 9XXXXXX
In case of BP prob. how do you decide which salt combination is appropriate for a patient. My BP hover around 90/140 is it ok or shall go for other combination. Earlier I used to take amlopress at for 5 yrs, now switched to CTD - The 12.5/40 Earlier I used to take amlopress at for 5 yrs, now switched to CTD - T 12.5/40 for last six months.
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
still ur BP is not in controlplz also do exercise for 40 minutes dailywalking for 1 km daily minimum
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