USES, SIDE EFFECTS, PRICE OF HYTAN TABLET :

Hytan 50mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines. It helps to control high blood pressure in different ways. If high blood pressure is not treated it can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and kidney failure.

You can take Hytan 50mg/12.5mg Tablet with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. It contains a diuretic (water pill) and will make you urinate more so, it is best to avoid taking this medicine within four hours of going to bed. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well. High blood pressure does not usually have symptoms and if you stop taking it your risk of heart attack or stroke may increase.

The most common side effect is dizziness. Other side effects include feeling tired, nausea, diarrhea, headache, and decreased blood pressure. Frequent urination is not a side effect of this medicine. It is the purpose of hydrochlorothiazide and helps control your blood pressure. You may experience other possible side effects, but most are rare. Make sure you read the leaflet that comes with your medicines and tell your doctor if you are bothered by side effects or if they do not go away. It may be possible to adjust your dose or try a different medicine.

This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy and you should ask your doctor before taking it if you have kidney or liver disease, heart trouble or diabetes. Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may cause side effects.

USES OF HYTAN TABLET :

• Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

BENEFITS OF HYTAN TABLET :

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) - Hytan 50mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines namely Losartan and Hydrochlorothiazide. It is generally used when one medicine alone is not controlling your blood pressure effectively. Losartan works by relaxing and widening your blood vessels so your blood can flow more easily. This will lower your blood pressure. Hydrochlorothiazide is known as a diuretic (water pill) which increases urine output thereby lowering blood pressure. If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.

SIDE EFFECTS OF HYTAN TABLET :

Most side outcomes do not require clinical interest and disappear as your body adjusts to the medication. Consult your physician if they persist or if you’ve involved approximately them

• Nausea, Dizziness, Weakness
• Taste change
• Upset stomach, Diarrhea
• Headache
• Decreased blood pressure
• Increased blood uric acid
• Increased blood lipid level
• Glucose intolerance
• Electrolyte imbalance

Caution :

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Keep away from direct sunlight.

FAQs:

Q1. Can I feel dizzy after taking Hytan 50mg/12.5mg Tablet? Yes, the use of Hytan 50mg/12.5mg Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly rise up from a lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.

Q2. Can I use Hytan 50mg/12.5mg Tablet during pregnancy? No, Hytan 50mg/12.5mg Tablet should be avoided in pregnancy. Its use can cause injury and death to the baby. If you conceive while using Hytan 50mg/12.5mg Tablet, stop using it and contact your doctor immediately. Your doctor will recommend you other ways to lower your blood pressure.

Q3. Can I stop taking Hytan 50mg/12.5mg Tablet if I feel well? No, keep using Hytan 50mg/12.5mg Tablet as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Hytan 50mg/12.5mg Tablet suddenly may lead to serious complications such as heart attack and stroke.