Dipiglo VH 10mg/12.5mg/160mg Tablet
Prescription RequiredIntroduction of Dipiglo VH Tablet
Dipiglo VH 10mg/12.5mg/160mg Tablet should be taken with or without food in the morning to avoid frequent urination at night. However, it is better to take it regularly at a fixed time each day, as prescribed by your doctor. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. It’s important to keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. By lowering your blood pressure, it is reducing your risk of heart attack or stroke so do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. You can help this medicine work better by making a few changes to your lifestyle such as keeping active, stopping smoking, and eating a low salt and low fat diet.
Swelling of ankle or foot is common side effect of this medicine. Hence, to avoid swelling, raise your legs while you are sitting down. Since it may cause sleepiness and dizziness, do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or will not go away. Avoid intake of potassium rich food or supplements while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. While using this medicine, your blood pressure will need to be checked often and your kidney function or electrolytes level may also need to be tested.
Uses of Dipiglo VH Tablet
Benefits of Dipiglo VH Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Side effects of Dipiglo VH Tablet
Common side effects of Dipiglo VH
- Dizziness
- Swelling of hands
- Ankle swelling
- Feet swelling
- Headache
- Indigestion
- Tiredness
- Muscle pain
- Nausea
How to use Dipiglo VH Tablet
Safety advice
Regular blood pressure monitoring is recommended. No dose adjustment is needed in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.
What if you forget to take Dipiglo VH Tablet?
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Quick tips
Dipiglo VH Tablet
- Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
- It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Dipiglo VH 10mg/12.5mg/160mg Tablet affects you.
- It may increase the level of potassium in your blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
- Notify your doctor if you experience diarrhea, vomiting, fast or irregular heartbeat, swelling in feet, or difficulty breathing.
- Monitor your blood pressure after starting Dipiglo VH 10mg/12.5mg/160mg Tablet, and notify your doctor if it does not lower down.
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