Chlorzen
Chlorzen Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Heart failure, Kidney stone
About Chlorzen Products
Uses of Chlorzen Products
Chlorthalidone is used for Hypertension (high blood pressure), Heart failure, kidney stone and Edema. It treats oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.
Chlorzen Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Chlorzen are Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Vertigo, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing).
How Chlorzen Products work
Chlorthalidone 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.
Patient Concerns about Chlorzen Products
Frequently asked questions about Chlorzen Products
Frequently asked questions about Chlorthalidone
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Chlorzen 12.5mg Tablet?
No, do not take alcohol while on treatment with Chlorzen 12.5mg Tablet. Taking alcohol with Chlorzen 12.5mg Tablet may lower your blood pressure suddenly making you feel dizzy and lightheaded.
Q. What happens if I take more than the recommended dose of Chlorzen 12.5mg Tablet?
If you take more than the prescribed dose of Chlorzen 12.5mg Tablet, you may experience nausea, lightheadedness, weakness, fast or irregular heartbeat, 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 Chlorzen 12.5mg Tablet?
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 Chlorzen 12.5mg Tablet, you will need to keep a regular check on your blood pressure and also monitor your kidney function tests.
Q. Does Chlorzen 12.5mg Tablet increase uric acid? Can it cause gout?
Yes, Chlorzen 12.5mg Tablet may raise uric acid levels. However, the occurrence of gout due to Chlorzen 12.5mg Tablet is very rare.
Q. Does Chlorzen 12.5mg Tablet cause skin cancer?
No, there have been no reports of Chlorzen 12.5mg Tablet 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.
Products for Chlorzen
Chlorzen 12.5mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹69.5
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Chlorzen 6.25mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹39.5
Not Available