Description
Uses:
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Treats high blood pressure (hypertension)
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Provides stronger BP control for moderate to severe hypertension
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Protects kidneys in diabetic patients
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Reduces long-term risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart failure
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Works by relaxing blood vessels for easier blood flow
Dosage:
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Usual dose: 80mg once daily
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Dose depends on BP response
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Do not stop the medicine suddenly
How to use:
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Take daily at the same time
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Swallow with water, with or without food
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Keep taking even if BP becomes normal
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Regular BP monitoring is essential
Precautions:
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Not safe in pregnancy — avoid completely
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Inform doctor if you have kidney or liver problems
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May cause dizziness — avoid driving initially
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Avoid alcohol (can lower BP further)
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Potassium levels may rise — monitoring may be needed
Side effects:
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Dizziness, low BP
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Tiredness, weakness
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Headache
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Stomach discomfort
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High potassium (rare)
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Kidney function changes (rare)







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