Flothal
Flothal Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Heart failure, Edema
About Flothal Products
Uses of Flothal Products
Chlorthalidone is used for Hypertension (high blood pressure), Heart failure, Edema and kidney stone. It treats oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.
Flothal Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Flothal are Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Vertigo, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing).
How Flothal 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 Flothal Products
Frequently asked questions about Flothal Products
Frequently asked questions about Chlorthalidone
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Flothal 12.5mg Tablet?
No, do not take alcohol while on treatment with Flothal 12.5mg Tablet. Taking alcohol with Flothal 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 Flothal 12.5mg Tablet?
If you take more than the prescribed dose of Flothal 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 Flothal 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 Flothal 12.5mg Tablet, you will need to keep a regular check on your blood pressure and also monitor your kidney function tests.
Q. Does Flothal 12.5mg Tablet increase uric acid? Can it cause gout?
Yes, Flothal 12.5mg Tablet may raise uric acid levels. However, the occurrence of gout due to Flothal 12.5mg Tablet is very rare.
Q. Does Flothal 12.5mg Tablet cause skin cancer?
No, there have been no reports of Flothal 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 Flothal
Flothal 12.5mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹58.1
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Flothal 6.25mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹45.5
Not Available