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Etotan-HR Tablet


Introduction of Etotan-HR Tablet

Etotan-HR Tablet is a medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It is a combination of medicines that helps to control blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It also helps to reduce chances of any future heart attack and stroke.

Etotan-HR Tablet is a combination of antihypertensives and low ceiling diuretic medicines

Uses of Etotan-HR Tablet

Benefits of Etotan-HR Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Etotan-HR Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also eliminates excess water from the body and increases urine output. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

Side effects of Etotan-HR Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Etotan-HR

  • Nausea
  • Taste change
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Indigestion
  • Weakness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Cough
  • Increased blood uric acid
  • Increased blood lipid level
  • Glucose intolerance
  • Decreased blood pressure

How to use Etotan-HR Tablet

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. Etotan-HR Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Etotan-HR Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Etotan-HR 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Etotan-HR Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Etotan-HR Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Etotan-HR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Etotan-HR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for dose adjustment.
Liver
CAUTION
Etotan-HR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Etotan-HR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Etotan-HR Tablet

  • Etotan-HR Tablet is prescribed to reduce high blood pressure and the risk of future heart attack and stroke.
  • It helps you to lose water via urination. If, however, you lose too much fluid, you may become dehydrated. This will make you feel thirsty and make your skin look and feel dry. Consult your doctor immediately.
  • Monitor your blood pressure regularly after starting treatment, and notify your doctor if it does not lower down or if it becomes too low.
  • Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of urea and creatinine in your blood.
  • Avoid taking painkillers along with this medicine without consulting your doctor.
  • Lifestyle changes like a low-sodium diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine work better.

Fact Box

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No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC

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