AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE belongs to the class of drugs called anti-hypertensive agents primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. High blood pressure is mostly caused by obesity, diabetes, smoking, high salt intake, stress, lack of physical activity or ageing.
AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE consists of two medicines, namely: Azilsartan and Chlorthalidone. Azilsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) that works by blocking the hormone angiotensin. This helps relax the blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Chlorthalidone belongs to thiazide diuretics (water pill) which inhibits fluid retention or build-up. Thus, it relaxes the blood vessels and improves blood circulation. Together, AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE helps lower raised blood pressure.
Your doctor will decide the dosage and duration based on your medical condition. In some cases, AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE can cause side effects like nausea, taste changes, stomach upset, diarrhoea, headache, weakness, dizziness, and decreased blood pressure. Most of these side effects of AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
Before taking AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE, let your doctor know if you have kidney, liver problems or severe dehydration. Avoid using AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE if you are pregnant. Breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE. Do not consume alcohol with AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE as it may increase the risk of side effects. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you experience dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.
Hypertension
AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE is a combination of Azilsartan and Chlorthalidone. It is used to treat high blood pressure. Azilsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin, thereby relaxing blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic that removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow. Together, AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE helps treat high blood pressure.
Do not stop taking AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE without your doctor's advice. Sudden stopping of AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE may cause changes in your blood pressure. Inform your doctor about gout, electrolyte imbalance, dehydration, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before using AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE if you are breastfeeding. Avoid taking AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE if you are pregnant. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert, as AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE may cause dizziness. Avoid alcohol consumption as it may cause unpleasant side effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects.
Drug-Drug Interactions: AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE may interact with other blood pressure treating medicines (e.g. metoprolol, potassium chloride), pain killers (aspirin), supplement (e.g. calcium carbonate), and medicine used as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation (e.g. magnesium hydroxide).
Drug-Food Interactions: Minimize intake of potassium-rich foods and avoid potassium supplements, grapefruit or its juice, and alcohol consumption while taking AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE.
Drug-Disease Interactions: People with low blood pressure, heart, kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration, hyperkalaemia, hypokalaemia, high cholesterol levels, electrolyte imbalance, asthma, lupus, gout, thyroid disorders, and diabetes should consult the doctor before taking AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE.
Avoid alcohol consumption with AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE as it may cause increased dizziness.
AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE is not recommended for use during pregnancy since it may harm the baby. Consult your doctor before taking the AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE if you plan to become pregnant or are already pregnant.
Please consult your doctor before taking AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE can be taken during lactation or not.
AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE may cause side effects like dizziness or tiredness. Hence, it is recommended not to drive or operate machinery until you are alert.
Let your doctor know if you have/had the liver disease before taking AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE. Your doctor may adjust the dose accordingly.
Let your doctor know if you have/had kidney disease before taking the AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE. Your doctor may adjust the dose accordingly.
Safety and efficacy of AZILSARTAN+CHLORTHALIDONE have not been established in children.
Hypertension: Hypertension is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. It is considered an essential risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and can be caused due to obesity, diabetes, smoking, high salt intake, stress, lack of physical activity or ageing. Blood pressure is measured in the ratio of systolic pressure to diastolic pressure. Systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart pumps blood out. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is the pressure when your heart is at the resting stage between heartbeats. The ideal blood pressure range lies between 90/60 mmHg and 120/80 mmHg. It is considered high blood pressure if the blood pressure is 140/90 mmHg or greater.