Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Telmisartan (80mg) + Chlorthalidone (12.5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Oldmed Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that help control high blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart attack or stroke. Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that help control high blood pressure. Lowering blood pressure helps to reduce your risk of having a heart attack or a stroke in the future.
Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines.
What is Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet?
Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that help control blood pressure. It works by reducing the risk of strokes and heart attacks, treating hypertension (high blood pressure).
Can the use of Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet cause dizziness?
Yes, some people may experience dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) when using Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, rest for a while and resume once you feel better.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet?
Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is harmful for people with known allergies to any components in this medicine. It should not be used by those with severe kidney or liver impairment, and it needs to be avoided during pregnancy (second and third trimesters). It should also be avoided in women who are in the second and third trimesters of their pregnancy.
What is the recommended storage condition for Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet?
Store this medicine in its original container or packaging, tightly closed. Follow the instructions on the label regarding storage and disposal of unused or expired medication.
Can I come off Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet when my blood pressure is controlled?
Even if your blood pressure is successfully lowered by this medicine, it is advisable to continue taking it. If you stop taking it, your blood pressure could rise again. Blood pressure-lowering medicines only help control the condition and do not cure it.
What will happen if I stop taking Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet?
You should not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. If you stop, your blood pressure may rise and put you at greater risk of having a heart attack or stroke. If you experience persistent side effects, talk to your doctor.
Is it safe to take Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet for long periods?
Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is generally considered safe for long-term use, and some blood pressure medications work best over time. If you have concerns, consult your doctor.
How long will I be taking Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet?
You might need to continue this medication indefinitely depending on individual circumstances and the severity of your condition. However, always follow your doctor's instructions and recommendations.
Can Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet affect my fertility or sex life?
Some blood pressure medications (including water pills like hydrochlorothiazide) may cause erectile dysfunction in men. However, other blood pressure medications might actually improve erectile function. If you have concerns, talk to your doctor.
What other lifestyle changes should I make while taking Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet?
Lifestyle changes can significantly benefit your health when using this medication. Focus on a healthy diet, reduce stress through yoga or meditation, get adequate sleep, and avoid smoking and alcohol.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- You have been prescribed Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, very dry mouth, or muscle weakness.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- Use of Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy
Efotel CT 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
