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Aldo H 5/12.5mg Tablet 10'S

Patanjali Pharma (15.9 km)

₹51

INTRODUCTION ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET is a combination of Amlodipine and Hydrochlorothiazide which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihypertensive agents. It is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) when treatment with single agents is not effective. It can also be used to p...

Category: Hypertension

INTRODUCTION

ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET is a combination of Amlodipine and Hydrochlorothiazide which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihypertensive agents. It is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) when treatment with single agents is not effective. It can also be used to prevent the risk of heart attack, stroke or angina (chest pain).

During treatment with ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET your doctor will constantly monitor your kidney functions, blood pressure, electrolyte levels and blood sugar levels to avoid the risk of unwanted side effects. Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET as it may severely decrease your blood pressure.

Before taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have any other heart problems apart from hypertension (such as heart failure) or have diabetes, severe low blood pressure or dehydration or electrolyte imbalance as a precaution.

Consult your doctor before taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The most common side effects of taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET are low blood pressure, dizziness, tiredness, headache, sleepiness and flushing. Contact your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.

USES OF ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET

  • Treats Hypertension (high blood pressure)
  • Prevents the risk of heart attack, stroke or angina (chest pain)

HOW ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET WORKS

ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET is an antihypertensive medicine. It relaxes your blood vessels and improves blood flow across them. It also reduces thickness of the blood by removing excess fluids from the body in the form of urine. Collectively, these actions reduce the strain on the heart and helps the heart to pump blood more smoothly with less pressure.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Try to take ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET at the same time each day. ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET can be taken with or without food.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. Continue to take ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET for the stipulated duration instructed by your doctor without any interruption to achieve better results.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET

COMMON

  • headache, dizziness, sleepiness
  • palpitations (fast heartbeat)
  • flushing (redness and warmth of the skin)
  • stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, indigestion
  • changes in bowel habit
  • tiredness, weakness
  • visual disturbances, double vision
  • muscle pains

UNCOMMON

  • anxiety, depression
  • insomnia (sleeplessness)
  • changes in taste
  • tingling sensation in limbs, loss of pain sensation
  • ringing in the ears
  • low blood pressure
  • increased sweating
  • increased urination at night
  • inability to obtain an erection, enlargement of the breasts in men
  • joint pain, back pain
  • weight gain or decrease in weight

RARE

  • confusion

Stop taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

  • signs of allergic reactions (such as skin rash, swelling of the face, lips, mouth or throat which can lead to difficulty in breathing or swallowing)
  • severe skin reactions (such as skin rash with itching and redness, blistering and peeling of skin, skin swelling and inflammation of mucous membrane)
  • chest pain, shortness of breath (signs of heart attack)
  • inflammation of pancreas (causing severe stomach pain that radiates to the back side of the body)

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea and vomiting:

Take ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if your nausea worsens.

Dizziness:

Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if your dizziness worsens.

Headache:

Rest and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead can be beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.

Constipation:

Eat plenty of fibre rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables and cereals. Drink plenty of fluids. Exercise more regularly. Consult your doctor if this side effect bothers you.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET should be used in pregnant women only if it is considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

BREASTFEEDING

ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET may pass through breast milk. Therefore, it should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor for advice before taking it.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

Do not drive or handle any heavy tools or machines if you experience dizziness or drowsiness after taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET.

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET as it might make you feel dizzier and drowsier.

KIDNEY

ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

LIVER

ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

ALLERGY

Do not take ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET if you are allergic to Amlodipine or Hydrochlorothiazide.

HEART DISEASE

ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe heart problems such as heart failure, aortic stenosis (narrowing of arteries) or cardiogenic shock (inability of heart to pump blood). It should be used with caution in patients having a history of recent heart attack or heart failure. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

OTHERS

ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you:

  • have cardiogenic shock (heart cannot pump blood suddenly)
  • have severe low blood pressure (hypotension)

Before taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:

  • have low blood pressure or are severely dehydrated (due to diarrhea, vomiting or excess sweating)
  • have severe uncontrollable increase in blood pressure (hypertensive crisis)
  • are on a low sodium diet
  • have diabetes
  • have hypokalemia (low blood potassium levels)
  • have gout (painful joints)
  • have low sodium, potassium or magnesium levels in the blood

Use in Pediatrics:

ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) unless considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before taking it.

Use in Geriatrics:

ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in the elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Before taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:

  • other medicines used to treat high blood pressure or angina (Ex. diltiazem, verapamil)
  • ketoconazole, itraconazole (used to treat fungal infections)
  • ritonavir, indinavir, nelfinavir (used in treatment of HIV infections)
  • rifampicin, erythromycin, clarithromycin (used to treat bacterial infections)
  • dantrolene (a medicine used to treat muscle spasms)
  • medicines used to control elevated cholesterol levels (Ex. simvastatin)
  • medicines used to prevent graft rejection and to suppress immune functions (such as tacrolimus, sirolimus, temsirolimus, everlimus, cyclosporine)
  • St. John’s wort (an herbal medicine used to treat depression)
  • medicines that can depress the brain such as barbiturates (Ex. phenobarbital)
  • narcotic drugs (used for pain relief) such as morphine, fentanyl, pethidine
  • medicines used to reduce blood cholesterol levels (such as cholestyramine, colestipol)
  • corticosteroids (used to treat inflammation) Ex. prednisolone
  • corticotropin (a medicine used to correct hormone problems)
  • noradrenaline (a medicine used to increase blood pressure)
  • tubocurarine, dantrolene (medicines used to relax muscles)
  • medicines used for pain and inflammation (such as ibuprofen or indomethacin)
  • lithium (a medicine used to treat metal illnesses)

B. Drug-Food interactions:

Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET as it may reduce your blood pressure abnormally and may make you feel dizzier, drowsier or faint.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately. Overdosage may cause low blood pressure, abnormal heartbeat and dizziness.

SYNOPSIS

Drug : Amlodipine, Hydrochlorothiazide
Pharmacological Category : Calcium channel blocker, Thiazide diuretics
Therapeutic Indication : Hypertension
Dosage Forms : Tablet

MORE INFORMATION

  • Keep ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET out of reach of children
  • Store ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET at room temperature

FAQs ABOUT ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET

Q: What are the uses of ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET?

A: ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET is prescription medicine used to treat hypertension. It can also be used to prevent the risk of heart attack, stroke or angina (chest pain).

Q: What type of a medicine is ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET?

A: ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET is an antihypertensive medicine. It relaxes your blood vessels and improves blood flow across them. It also reduces thickness of the blood by removing excess fluids from the body in the form of urine. Collectively, it reduces the strain on the heart and helps the heart to pump blood more smoothly with less pressure.

Q: What happens when I stop taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET?

A: Do not stop taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET without consulting your doctor as your blood pressure may raise once again. Make sure to take ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET for the stipulated duration recommended by your doctor to achieve maximum results.

Q: What is the best time to take ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET?

A: ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET can be taken with or without meals. Your doctor will decide the best time for you to take ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET based on your age, body weight and disease condition.

Q: What to do if I forgot to take a dose of ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET?

A: If you forgot to take a dose of ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose of ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET, skip the missed dose and take the next one regularly. Do not take a double dose of ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET to compensate the missed ones.

Q: What precautions should be followed while taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET?

A: Before taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, low blood pressure volume or are severely dehydrated. Consult your doctor before taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Regularly visit your doctor and take all the necessary blood test recommended by your doctor without fail.

Q: Can I consume alcohol while taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET?

A: Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET as it might make you feel dizzier and drowsier.

Q: What happens if I accidentally take more ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET?

A: If you or anyone else accidentally took more ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately. Overdosage may cause low blood pressure, abnormal heartbeat, fainting, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting or confusion.

Q: Can I take ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET daily?

A: Take ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Your doctor will evaluate your health condition and suggests whether can you take ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET every day or not.

Q: Is ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET safe to use in diabetic patients?

A: ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET may alter the blood sugar levels in your body. Therefore, it is necessary to inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET as a precaution. Your doctor will closely monitor you blood sugar levels to avoid the risk of side effects.

Q: What are the side effects of ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET?

A: The most common side effects of taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET are low blood pressure, dizziness, tiredness, headache, sleepiness and flushing. Contact your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.

Q: Can I stop taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET once my symptoms subside?

A: No. Do not stop taking ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET without consulting your doctor. As hypertension is a chronic condition, long term treatment may be necessary to control its symptoms. Therefore, take ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET as advised by your doctor for the stipulated duration. Premature discontinuation of therapy may increase your blood pressure once again.

Q: Can ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET be taken during pregnancy?

A: ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET should be used in pregnant women only if it is considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Q: Is ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET safe to use in kidney disease?

A: ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems (such as kidney transplant, narrowing of renal arteries). Your doctor will access your health condition and suggest a suitable dose for you.

Q: Can the use of ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET affect the liver?

A: Yes. ALDO H 5/12.5MG TABLET may affect the way your liver work. It can elevate the levels of certain liver enzymes in your body. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking it.

REFERENCES

1. KD. Tripathi. Antihypertensive Drugs. Diuretics. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 559, 561 & 562.

2. Daniel C Nwachukwu, Anthonius A Eze, Nkiru Z Nwachukwu, Eddy I Aneke, Polycarp U Agu, Nkiru C Azubike, Leonard FO Obika and Onochie I Okoye. Monotherapy with amlodipine or hydrochlorothiazide in patients with mild to moderate hypertension: Comparison of their efficacy and effects on electrolytes. NIH. National Library of Medicine. National Center for Biotechnology Information. PMC. PubMed Central. June 2017. [Accessed on 3rd January 2023]. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5610279/

3. P. F. ADRIAN MAGEE AND EDWARD D. FREIS. Is Low-Dose Hydrochlorothiazide Effective? Veterans Administration and Georgetown University Medical Centers, Washington, D.C. [Accessed on 3rd January 2023]. https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/pdf/10.1161/01.hyp.8.6_pt_2.ii135

4. Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories (UK) Ltd. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in August 2018] [Accessed on 3rd January 2023]. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.3478.pdf

5. Bristol Laboratories Ltd. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in August 2018] [Accessed on 3rd January 2023]. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/11442/smpc#DOCREVISION

6. Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. [Revised in May 2011] [Accessed on 3rd January 2023]. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2011/040735s004,040770s003lbl.pdf

USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

  • Kidney Function Test

AUTHOR DETAILS

Written By Srilekha. R, B.Pharm
Last updated on 04 Jan 2023 | 11:45 AM(IST)

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