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Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's Substitute

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Uses:

<p>Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) and oedema (swelling due to fluid retention). The detailed uses of Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Hypertension (High Blood Pressure):</strong> Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's helps lower blood pressure by removing excess fluid from the body.</li><li><strong>Edema (Fluid Retention):</strong> Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's effectively alleviates edema (fluid retention) and swelling associated with heart, liver, or kidney disease by promoting the removal of excess fluid from the body.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • When you take Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's, it relaxes the blood vessels in your body, which helps lower high blood pressure.
  • It widens the blood vessels, including the lining of the artery walls, to improve blood flow throughout the body.
  • Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's helps the body lose excess fluids by increasing urine production.
  • Reducing fluid overload decreases the workload on the heart, making the heart more efficient at pumping blood.
  • It helps lower high blood pressure, thereby reducing the risk of a future heart attack or stroke.
  • Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's also helps reduce fluid buildup in the body, which in turn reduces inflammation and swelling.
  • By reducing oedema, it supports better physical comfort and helps you carry out your daily activities more efficiently.

FAQs

Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and oedema (a build-up of fluid in the body).

Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's works by increasing the amount of urine passed out from the kidneys. It effectively reduces excess fluid levels in the body and treats oedema (swelling) associated with heart, liver, kidney, or lung disease. This, in turn, reduces the workload on the heart and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. So, it helps to lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of a heart attack or stroke.

Taking Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's may cause dehydration. So, to avoid dehydration, drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you feel extremely thirsty.

It is unlikely that Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's affects fertility in men or women. However, some water pills like hydrochlorothiazide may lead to erectile dysfunction. There is not enough evidence to say for certain. For the best advice, consult your doctor.

Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's can be safely taken as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Conditions such as high blood pressure are lifelong conditions and one should not abruptly discontinue them without discussing it with a doctor.

No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the medicine. Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend discontinuing it.

Yes, Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's is a diuretic (water pill), which increasing the amount of urine that is passed out from the kidneys.

Take Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's as prescribed by the doctor. It can be taken daily if advised by the doctor.

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

Taking more than the recommended dose of Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's may cause serious side effects. The symptoms of overdose include drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, weakness, muscle pain, extreme thirst, or rapid heartbeats. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose and take Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's as advised by the doctor.

Consult the doctor before taking ibuprofen with Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's as dose adjustment may be needed to safely take both the medicines together.

Yes, Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's may increase uric acid levels leading to gout. Inform the doctor if you have gout or if you notice symptoms of gout such as sudden/severe attack of pain, swelling, redness and tenderness in one or more joints.

Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's may not cause skin cancer. However, it might cause sensitivity to sunlight. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out.

Flothal-12.5 Tablet 10's may cause side effects like headaches, nausea or dizziness, which usually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

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