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Starpress H 50 XL Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE-12.5MG + METOPROLOL-50MG

Uses:

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Medicinal Benefits:

Starpress H 50 XL Tablet contains a combination of medicines: Metoprolol (beta-blockers) and Hydrochlorothiazide (thiazide diuretic or water pill). Metoprolol plays a vital role in relaxing our blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances in our bodies. It helps slow down the heart rate, making it easier to pump more blood around your body and lower blood pressure. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that prevents excess salt absorption in the body, preventing fluid retention. Collectively, both help reduce blood pressure and the chance of a stroke, heart attack, and oedema (fluid overload).

FAQs

Starpress H 50 XL Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and reduce stroke risk in patients with high blood pressure. It is a combination medication generally used when a single medicine is unable to control high blood pressure.

Starpress H 50 XL Tablet contains a combination of drugs, namely; Metoprolol and Hydrochlorothiazide. Metoprolol is a beta-blocker that works specifically on the heart to reduce heart rate and make the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that lowers blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.

Use of Starpress H 50 XL Tablet in diabetes may mask tachycardia (fast heart rate) occurring with low blood sugar level, but other symptoms like dizziness and sweating may not be significantly affected. So, if you are diabetic patients always consult a doctor before taking Starpress H 50 XL Tablet .

Your doctor may probably tell you to stop taking Starpress H 50 XL Tablet as it lowers blood pressure (hypotension) when combined with general anesthesia before surgery. So, please inform your doctor before surgery if you are taking Starpress H 50 XL Tablet .

No, Starpress H 50 XL Tablet is not recommended if you have frequent asthma attacks, severe asthma, or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Metoprolol in Starpress H 50 XL Tablet may cause wheezing (bronchospasm) and dyspnea. Thereby, it can make asthma worse. It is advised to consult your doctor before taking Starpress H 50 XL Tablet . You may need a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring of your lung function to safely use both medications.

Starpress H 50 XL Tablet can be safely taken as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Conditions such as high blood pressure are life-long conditions, and one should not abruptly discontinue it without discussing it with a doctor. Discontinuing Starpress H 50 XL Tablet may lead to increased blood pressure with a high risk of heart attack and stroke in the future.

Yes, prolonged intake of Starpress H 50 XL Tablet may decrease your potassium levels in the bloodstream. So, it is better to ask your doctor about foods high in potassium like bananas or orange juice. Besides this, consult a doctor regarding the use of table salt or sodium chloride, or salt substitute containing potassium.

Hydrochlorothiazide in Starpress H 50 XL Tablet may make your more skin more sensitive to the sun and may also increase your risk for skin cancer if used for a long time. Try to limit your time in the sun and avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. You can also use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors.

Starpress H 50 XL Tablet can be taken with meals or immediately after meals. Swallow Starpress H 50 XL Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

The side effects of Starpress H 50 XL Tablet include nausea, fatigue, headache, dizziness, diarrhoea, stuffynose, sore throat, slow heart rate and glucose intolerance. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Do not drink alcohol while taking Starpress H 50 XL Tablet as it might increase blood pressure-lowering effect of Starpress H 50 XL Tablet and cause drowsiness.

Starpress H 50 XL Tablet should be stored at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.

The serious side effects of Starpress H 50 XL Tablet include bronchospasm (constriction of air passages of the lung), slow heart rate, weak pulse, fainting, slow breathing , blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights, low potassium level, leg cramps, constipation, irregular heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, increased thirst or urination, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness or limp feeling(lacking in strength), or low sodium level headache, confusion, slurred speech, severe weakness, vomiting, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady. Consult doctor if you experience any of these side effects.